Rebuilding Me: A Journey Through Heartbreak and Healing
Content warning: Mentions of self-harm, suicide, or suicidal thoughts Written by volunteer Ben White, this blog details his journey through a depressive period, and the strength it took to change his life for the better. My name is Ben, I am a 28-year-old medical...
Is Doomscrolling Destroying Your Faith in Humanity?
A world-first study from Flinders University has revealed that doomscrolling—habitual checking of disturbing social media stories—negatively affects our perception of humanity and life's meaning. Doomscrolling involves spending excessive time scrolling through...
The Power of Sports in Transforming LGBTQ Youth Mental Health
LGBTQ youth are disproportionately affected by mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts, far more than their non-LGBTQ peers.
Long-term cognitive and psychiatric effects of COVID-19 revealed
Two to three years after being infected with COVID-19, participants scored on average significantly lower in cognitive tests than expected.
Research Finds Workplace Discrimination Prevalent Among Those with Bipolar Disorder
New data from a Bipolar UK survey reveals that nearly a third (32%) of people with bipolar disorder have faced workplace discrimination, with a quarter choosing to keep their condition private. The survey, involving over 1,000 participants, highlighted common issues...
Celebrating National Friendship Day: The Joy of Canine Companionship
The 4th August is National Friendship Day, a day to celebrate the importance of loving, platonic relationships. This blog, written by MQ ambassador Amazin LeThi, details how pet ownership, in particular dogs, can profoundly impact our lives.  National...
10 Minutes in Nature Can Improve Mental Health for Adults
A new study published in Ecopsychology reveals that spending as little as 10 minutes in nature can offer short-term benefits for adults with mental illness. The meta-analysis reviewed 30 years of research on the effects of nature on social, mental, and physical...
Study Reveals Widespread Misinformation About Depression
A recent Finnish study reveals that people are often given misleading information about depression, making it harder for them to understand the causes of their distress. The researchers point out that most psychiatric diagnoses, including depression, are purely...
Youth Sports Benefits Mental Health in Adulthood Says Study
A new study from Ohio State University reveals that adults who consistently played organized sports during their childhood have fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression than those who either never played or dropped out. Notably, those who dropped out of sports had...
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