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Do you use AI a lot? You might not be feeling your best!
Can artificial intelligence affect our well-being? Researchers have investigated the link between frequent use of AI and mental health.
When medication doesn’t help: psychological methods for managing gynaecological pain
Many women, when their gynaecologist suggests they seek help from a psychologist, react with disbelief: “But this pain isn’t all in my head.” Endometriosis, painful periods, vulvodynia and chronic...
Crisis in child psychiatry or crisis in parenting?
For years, child psychiatry has received a lot of attention in the media space. Opinions vary as to what is responsible for the mental state of Polish children. Some centre around global crises,...
MBSR - can a few weeks of mindfulness practice change your life?
When was the last time you were truly present in the here and now? Today's reality requires us to be constantly available - to our employer, friends, family, but not to ourselves. More and more of us...
'I don't know what I'm feeling' - what is alexithymia and can it be cured?
"I don't know what I'm feeling" - sometimes it's just a temporary disorientation after a difficult day. But for some people this phrase is an everyday occurrence. In a world that is getting louder...
More and more psychiatric sick leave: what do the data say?
In recent years, there has been a clear increase in the number of sick leave issued due to mental disorders. Data from recent years published by the Social Insurance Institution shows that problems...
The impact of social media on the young psyche - how do you know if a teenager has a problem?
The impact of social media on teenage mental health has been talked about for years. However, a study of 3340 teenagers did not just focus on the impact of social media on the young psyche....
From crying to cooperation, or how to minimise a child's anxiety before a blood donation?
Blood donation can cause severe stress for both adults and children. In the youngest patients, it is directly related to a lack of skills in dealing with difficult situations. How can you help your...
Accelerated heart rate - heart disease or neurosis?
An accelerated heart rate does not always indicate a serious illness. It can be a physiological reaction to exertion or emotion, a symptom of an anxiety disorder, but also an indication of heart...
Is psoriasis just a skin problem - what are the psychological costs of the disease?
Is psoriasis just a skin problem? Or is it something that affects your whole life - including mentally? Red patches, itching or cracking skin are just some of the daily difficulties. What do people...
What are healthy ways to deal with death anxiety?
Fear of death, also known as thanatophobia, is a natural part of the human experience that can arise at different times in life. The thought of one's own mortality or the loss of loved ones can evoke...
How to deal with social anxiety problems?
Social anxiety, also known as social phobia, is a common problem that affects millions of people around the world. It manifests as an intense fear of social situations, such as talking to strangers,...
How to deal with anxiety problems?
Anxiety is the body's natural response to situations perceived as threatening. However, when anxiety becomes chronic, excessive or disproportionate to the actual threat, it can significantly affect...
What are healthy ways to deal with health anxiety?
Illness anxiety, also known as hypochondria or health anxiety, is a common phenomenon that can affect anyone when faced with health-related uncertainty. Fear of contracting a serious illness,...
What are healthy ways to deal with anxiety about the future?
Anxiety about the future is a common feeling that affects people of all ages and life situations. Uncertainty about what tomorrow will bring - whether in terms of work, health, finances or...
What are the methods for dealing with fear of flying?
Fear of flying, also known as aviophobia, is a common phenomenon that can significantly affect quality of life, especially for frequent travellers. Fear of flying can stem from a variety of reasons,...
What are healthy ways of dealing with social anxiety?
Social anxiety, also known as social phobia, is a condition in which a person experiences severe stress and anxiety in social situations. It can affect everyday life, making it difficult to relate to...
How to deal with anxiety?
Anxiety is the body's natural response to stress, but when it becomes chronic and excessive, it can significantly affect quality of life. Anxiety problems can manifest in many ways, including...
How to deal with anxiety and depression?
Anxiety and depression are common disorders that can significantly affect quality of life. There are many ways to manage these conditions, both through professional help and self-help methods. In...
Understanding stress and anxiety. Key differences worth knowing!
Although stress and anxiety are feelings that each of us has experienced many times in our lives, paradoxically we often fail to distinguish between these states. While both prepare our bodies to act...
Christmas and its impact on the psyche: why do some people feel bad at Christmas?
Christmas is associated with the opportunity to spend quality time with family - this is indeed the case, but not always. Some people don't like Christmas, others don't necessarily enjoy getting...
Night terrors in children
Night terrors in children are a problem that can affect the quality of sleep and the overall development of the toddler. They can be short-lived episodes or a problem that persists over a long period...
