My life feels like a china shop and I am the preverbial bull Oh how I wish I thought the glass was half full Oh how I wish to get better using all my strength and might Oh how I wish I could get a restful sleep at night. Often I feel very sad, down and blue Oh how I wish people could be honest and true Sometimes I feel poorly, sick and ill Oh how I wish I could … Continue reading
What is social networking? Social Networking sites are websites where you can create a profile all about yourself and keep in touch with friends. On these sites you can also upload photos, music and videos to share with people, and on some sites, have 1-2-1 chats with people. Popular social networking websites include MySpace, Facebook, Twitter and Bebo. They are used by people of all ages and some people have profiles on more than one website. Why is it good? … Continue reading
What is bullying? Bullying is when someone deliberately and persistently does or says things that are hurtful to another person. It can be carried out by individuals or groups and can take many different forms. Bullying can happen anywhere, to anyone, at any age. Some young people experience bullying at school, at home or online and it can involve someone physically hurting you. Other young people experience persistent name-calling, teasing, verbal threats and being ignored. Both can be very distressing, … Continue reading
Beginning student life for the first can be really exciting, but it can also be a time of anxiety and stress. This is a time often associated with many changes in a short period of time. As part of a series of articles by AMH MensSana aiming to support young people, this article will discuss some of the feeling and experiences you are likely to encounter as a new student. We hope that this article will suggest some helpful ways to … Continue reading
– recognising the signs and knowing where to get help What is depression? Most people, young people as well as adults, feel low, sad or `blue’ occasionally, this is a normal reaction to experiences that are stressful or upsetting. When these feelings continue over a period of time, or take over and get in the way of your normal daily life, it can become an illness. This illness is called `depression’. Depression is one of the most common emotional problems … Continue reading
When most people think about “health” they conjure up images that are related to physical health. Physical health is anything that has to do with our bodies; it has been the basis for numerous active and healthy eating campaigns. It is surprising therefore that the importance of our mental health continues to be relatively overlooked. Mental Health is something that we all have to look after; it is not just relevant to those who are affected by mental ill health. … Continue reading
MOPE, HOPE or COPE? How Do You Cope With The Pressure of Exams? With the exam season fast approaching, AMH MensSana is offering young people and families support and tips on getting prepared and learning to recognise and deal with exam stress. There can be a lot of pressure on you to do well in exams and this can often leave you feeling overwhelmed and stressed out. Sometimes the demands to do well at school can be brought on by … Continue reading
