UNCONDITIONAL POSITIVE REGARD IN COUNSELING
Unconditional positive regard is a term coined by humanistic psychologist Carl Rogers and is an essential component of person-centered therapy. It refers to the therapist’s attitude of complete acceptance, nonjudgment, and support toward the client, regardless of what the client says or does. In therapy, unconditional positive regard creates a safe and nurturing environment where […]
RESILIENCE & PASSION – THE MENTAL HEALTH IMPLICATION OF #hildacookathon
One cannot sit on the fence especially when there are vital lessons to be learned from @hildabaci attempt at breaking a world record. As we applaud the brave Hilda, there are a few mental health lessons to be learned from the whole scenario. People say passion doesn’t put food on your table, but the truth […]
DANCE THERAPY & CORPORATE WELLBEING
How does taking thirty minutes out to dance in the conference room sound during lunch break? More and more organizations are taking advantage of the benefits that come with dance therapy to reduce fatigue, stress, and boredom at work. Having the same or similar routine year in and year out can lead to a loss […]
SELF-CARE FOR ELECTION ANXIETY
Having occasional feelings of anxiety is a normal part of life, but people with anxiety disorders experience frequent and excessive anxiety, fear, terror, and panic in everyday situations. These feelings are unhealthy if they affect your quality of life and prevent you from functioning normally. While most people with anxiety disorders need psychotherapy or medications […]
ELECTION STRESS DISORDER (ELECTION ANXIETY)
INTRODUCTION Nigeria being the largest African country is the trailblazer in all social, economic, cultural, and other spheres of life for the entire black race, it, therefore, means that whatever affects Nigeria affects the whole of Africa. Elections in Nigeria have always been an affair for the politicians, their political thugs, and the masses who […]
UNDERSTANDING OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of the least recognized and reported disorders in Africa and in Nigeria. However, it is common. OCD is a psychological disorder that is characterized by obsessions and compulsions. An obsession is a recurrent or uncomfortable idea, mental image, or impulse that generates anxiety or emotional distress. A compulsion is an […]
