Posts Tagged mental
Mental Illness – Schizophrenia and Violence
Posted by admin in Mental Health on May 16, 2011
By Roger Johansen
Hollywood and the general media have a morbid fascination with violence and mental illness, especially psychosis and “madness.” This fascination sells tickets, but it also maintains the stigma and negative image that society holds towards people with mental illness and schizophrenia.
Studies in Australia found that mentally disordered TV characters were 10 times more likely to be displayed as violent as compared to non-mentally disordered ones. Television has also influenced people to believe that having someone with a mental disorder as a neighbour, would endanger them.
This trend crosses the Atlantic where in the States, 75% of a survey believed that people with severe mental illness were dangerous.
But the question is… does schizophrenia deserve this bad reputation?
The answer is “yes” and “no”.
This same survey in the States found that severe mental disorders was associated with increased rates of violence (assault, sexual assault, arson) but that this was only significant when there was CO-OCCURRING substance misuse. Read the rest of this entry »
5 Mental Relaxation Techniques To Help Your Productivity
Posted by admin in Mind Body Spirit on May 11, 2011
By Nigel Coates
While a certain level of stress helps you be productive, too much of it can cause serious health issues.
In the fast paced and highly competitive environment many of us work in, it is important to stay focused and provide quality work.
To improve your overall productivity level, simply follow these 5 simple mental relaxation techniques and integrate them into your work day.
The secret behind a fulfilling relaxation technique is to fully control your state of mind. It should be as simple and as effortless as your breathing.
All 5 of these techniques can help to rejuvenate your brain cells and increase your productivity.
1. Focus on your time NOW.
Focus on the time you have on hands now. Anxiety over your future tasks will only hinder your current efforts.
2. Never Procrastinate.
Procrastination is NOT relaxation. Putting off the important things that you need to do in exchange Read the rest of this entry »