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The Lobotomist
Ice-pick lobotomy was once believed to be a successful treatment for mental illness. Why did people suppose it worked, and what has it taught us about brain function? Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Dr Walter Freeman introduced...
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Isaiah griffin, a bodybuilder's tale of resilience and self-acceptance
Isaiah Griffin shares his transformative journey from battling keloids to finding strength and confidence through bodybuilding.
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Stop Procrastination Now: Expert Tips
Struggling to stay on track? Procrastination can be a major obstacle to achieving your goals, but it doesn't have to be. In this video, we explore practical strategies to help you overcome procrastination and boost your productivity....
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Practicing Gratitude
Discover how practicing gratitude can transform your life by shifting your focus from what’s lacking to appreciating what you have. In this video, we explore the profound impact of gratitude on your mental and emotional well-being,...
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Building Self-Esteem
Building self-esteem is a journey that starts with understanding your inherent worth and learning to value yourself. In this video, hosted by Evelyn, we explore practical strategies to help you boost your self-esteem and foster a...
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Achieving Healthy Habits that Stick
Are you looking to build healthy habits that enhance your mental and physical well-being? In this video, Mark from OnwardWell shares essential tips and strategies to help you create a routine that fosters a balanced and positive...
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Understand Feelings
Theo is on a television game show that tests his knowledge on different feelings. Will Theo win?
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Be Safe Online
Theo is playing online games on his tablet and encounters problems. Wendy helps him to stay safe online.
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Think Positively
Theo has entered a talent show, but his anxiety stops him from going onstage. Wendy shows Theo a game that helps him to think positively.
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Create A Good Bedtime Routine
Theo isn’t getting enough sleep, so Wendy hires a mad Professor to help him create a bedtime routine.
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Talk About Your Worries
Wendy shows Theo a game that will help him talk about his worries and who his trusted adults should be. Will he play sensibly?
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Becoming More Resilient
Josh from OnwardWell guides you through essential strategies to build resilience and thrive amidst adversity. Learn how to manage stress effectively, maintain a positive outlook, and recognize your personal strengths from past...
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Journaling for Mental Wellness
Discover the transformative power of journaling for mental wellness. In this video, Evelyn from Onward Well guides you through the benefits of incorporating journaling into your daily routine. Learn how writing down your thoughts,...
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When a Friend is Struggling
Are you looking for ways to support a friend who’s going through a tough time? In this video, Evelyn from OnwardWell shares practical tips and compassionate strategies to help you be there for your friends in their time of need. Learn to...
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Digital Detox: Take a Break from the Screen and Improve Your Mental Health
Feeling overwhelmed by the constant presence of digital devices in your life? It’s time for a digital detox. Join Josh from Onward Well as we explore how taking a break from your devices can reduce stress and improve your mental health....
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Conquering Overwhelm: Transform Stress into Serenity
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands? In this video, Mark guides you through proven tips and strategies to transform your stress into serenity. Learn to identify the physical and emotional signs of overwhelm and discover effective...
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Unveiling OCD: Understanding and Managing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Explore the challenging world of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), from the compulsive hoarding of books to the relentless cleaning rituals. Discover the scientific and psychological underpinnings of OCD, including its potential...
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The Stigma of Mental Illness: Is it All in Your Head?
All too often, mental issues are dismissed with some form of the expression, "it's all in your head." To which we say, duh. Mental illness is very often in your head, as the brain is the primary organ impacted in many, many varieties of...
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The Unequal Mental Impact of Climate Change
We’ve been on a Climate Change and Health kick lately but so far, we’ve focused on the threats that our physical health faces on a warming planet. However, the looming cloud of climate change is tough on our mental health, too, and we...
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Zoloft, Mounjaro, and Social Stigma
Drugs that do a pretty good job of easing symptoms of depression and drugs that really help people struggling with obesity have a couple things in common. The first is that we have almost no idea how they work, and the second is that...
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New Obesity Drugs May Impact Mental Health
In mid to late 2023 there was a flurry of news reports about patients taking new weight loss drugs reporting associated mental health concerns, including suicidal thoughts. There's still a lot of research to be done to fully understand...
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What Kind of Exercise Is Best for Depression?
We already know exercise is good for us, including our mental health, but we still have some questions. Like, what kind of exercise is best? And at what intensity?
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Are We in a Loneliness Epidemic?
Studies indicate that 1 in 5 Americans always or often feel lonely or socially isolated. The overall impact of loneliness on mental wellness is still being determined, however researchers suggest the risk effects of loneliness, isolation...
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Gender-Affirming Care: What Doctors Really Think
Currently, almost 2% of high school students in the U.S. identify as transgender, and a growing number of teens are being diagnosed with gender dysphoria, according to a study by the CDC. As a result, there is an increased demand for...