Posts Tagged ‘mental health’
According to statistics from the World Health Organisation, depression rates are increasing around the world. Mental health is often stigmatised and in some cultures there is little support or help for people suffering from anxiety, depression or other mental issues. It isn’t surprising to think relocating to a new country can trigger feelings of anxiety [...]
The World Health Organisation is calling for an end to the stigmatization of depression and other mental illnesses on World Mental Health Day (10 October). It is estimated that 350 million people suffer from depression around the world. It is an illness that can prevent people from functioning and interacting normally, whether at work, home or [...]
New research shows being bilingual may lead to better mental health. The report, published in the March issue of the journal, Trends in Cognitive Sciences, examines how speaking two languages can ward off dementia. It also suggests the increasing diversity in populations can have a positive impact on the adult brain. Researchers found the brain’s [...]
In a recent Expat Health post we reported that expatriates have higher levels of anxiety, depression and substance abuse than non-expats. Many reported family concerns as the main reason behind the failure of an international assignment. This has highlighted the importance of relocation support and employee assistance programmes when sending workers abroad. The programmes should [...]
There are few statistics on depression and mental health issues among expatriates. Even without data it isn’t surprising that moving to another country can trigger emotional problems as you adjust to your new surroundings. Moving to a new country, especially one with a very different culture to your own, can cause feelings of anxiety and [...]
Generally defined, emotional resilience is the psychological ability to adapt to the significant challenges, misfortunes and major set-backs that life throws our way. It allows us to either maintain or return to a positive view of life after turmoil. I’ve come to believe that fostering emotional resilience is important for everyone, but is absolutely essential [...]
Mental health issues are a key challenge facing European health systems, according to a study published by the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology. It examined a population of 514 million people, finding 164.8 million (38.2%) suffer from a mental disorder of some kind. The most common conditions are anxiety, insomnia, major depression and alcohol and drug [...]
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