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Growing up with Afro Curls

Life in the 1970s and 80s was not easy for a child, school was full of bullies, teachers were yet to be sensitive to child psychology, and parents were not too eager to be concerned about their children’s mental health. It
January 25, 2024

A Mum- Loaned to Me

Soon after my first birthday, my mum died of a sudden heart attack, leaving my heartbroken father with ten children to care for. I was the youngest, and besides my incredibly patient and caring father, I had many older sisters
July 25, 2023

The Impelling Power of Powerlessness

Once, while returning from a conference by the metro bus in the bustling city of Istanbul, I witnessed a fair-statured woman with an autistic girl getting in and taking their seats in the rear. The woman appeared in a perfectly calm disposition;
April 25, 2023

Language Matters in Mental Health

As humans, we use language to shape how we perceive the world and the people around us. We have a choice of words to describe ourselves and others. Our choice of words influences how we view mental health and well-being. Considering
January 25, 2023

The Secret Lives of Women with ADHD

In 2020, my life changed. I was diagnosed with ADHD around the time I was celebrating the diamond jubilee of my arrival on Planet Earth. Since early childhood I remember struggling with anger outbursts, being chronically late, feeling anxious in social
October 25, 2022

Introversion is Not Shyness

You may have or have not heard the word “Introvert”. Like how many times have you happened to hear it? But, if you do not know what it means, have you ever considered putting up your effort to see whether these
July 25, 2022
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