Author: Jeremiah S. Iyemheake

  • Suicide Is Not an Option: Finding Hope in the Darkest Moments

    Suicide Is Not an Option: Finding Hope in the Darkest Moments

    Life can be overwhelming. At times, the weight of pain, disappointment, and struggles can feel unbearable. You are battling financial troubles, heartbreak, loss, rejection, or even the haunting echoes of past mistakes. In these moments, it seems like there is no way out, like suicide is the only choice left. But it isn’t. The Truth…

  • Types of Friends: The Good, The Bad, and The Situational

    Types of Friends: The Good, The Bad, and The Situational

    Let’s be real, friendship isn’t always as simple as movies make it seem. It’s not just about laughing at inside jokes or taking cool pictures together. Being friends means different things to different people. At the core, it’s about trust, loyalty, and effort from both sides. But beyond that, friendship plays a huge role in…

  • How Depression Affects Physical Health

    How Depression Affects Physical Health

    Hey there, let’s talk about something important! Depression isn’t just about feeling down—it affects your whole body. If you’ve been struggling with unexplained aches, constant fatigue, or stomach issues, consider your mental health. It is playing a bigger role than you think. How Depression Impacts Your Body When you’re dealing with depression, your body often…

  • Recognizing Panic Attack Symptoms and Triggers

    Recognizing Panic Attack Symptoms and Triggers

    The Reality of Panic Attacks: Causes, Symptoms & Coping Strategies What is a Panic Attack? A panic attack is a sudden, intense episode of fear or discomfort that triggers severe physical and emotional reactions. These attacks can occur unexpectedly or in response to a specific trigger. While panic attacks are not life-threatening, they can be…

  • Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

    Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

    What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)? Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a mental health condition. It is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about various aspects of daily life, like health, finances, relationships, and work. Unlike normal worry, which is situational and temporary, GAD persists for months or even years, often interfering with daily functioning. Symptoms…

  • PDA and Its Impact: Cultural Perspectives and Social Media

    PDA and Its Impact: Cultural Perspectives and Social Media

    In the first part of this discussion, we explored what PDA is. We discussed its pros and cons and cultural perspectives on public affection. There’s still more to unpack. How do we decide what’s acceptable? Where do we draw the line? In this second part, we’ll dive deeper into appropriate vs. inappropriate PDA, how different…