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Relocating abroad — japa — is exciting, but it can quietly take a toll on your mental health. Here’s how to spot japa stress and cope, before and after you move.

JAMB, WAEC and university exams pile on the pressure. Here’s how Nigerian students can manage exam stress and anxiety — and study smarter, not just harder.

Rising prices and money worries are taking a mental toll across Nigeria. Learn to recognise financial anxiety and practical ways to protect your mental health.

“I’m so OCD” gets thrown around a lot — but real OCD is far more than liking things tidy. Here’s what obsessive-compulsive disorder actually looks like.

Social anxiety is more than shyness — it’s an intense fear of judgement that can shrink your world. Learn the signs and how therapy can help you feel free again.

If you worry about everything, all the time, it may be more than stress. Learn what generalised anxiety disorder is, its signs, and how to find relief.

A job loss, move, breakup or bereavement can hit harder than expected. Learn about adjustment disorder — and how short-term therapy helps you regain your footing.

Poor sleep and poor mental health feed each other. Learn practical, realistic ways to sleep better — and protect your mind in the process.

Mindfulness doesn’t require hours of meditation or a mountain-top. Learn what it really is and simple ways to start calming your mind today.

Endless scrolling quietly fuels anxiety, comparison and poor sleep. Learn simple ways to reset your relationship with your phone — no total ban required.

Mental health struggles during pregnancy are common but rarely talked about. Learn about antenatal anxiety and depression — and how to get support.

Between family hopes, social media, and a tough economy, the pressure to “make it” can be crushing. Here’s how to protect your mental health.

Stress is a common experience in today’s fast-paced world. It affects our physical, emotional, and mental health. While there are […]

Many people have the wrong idea about therapy. They think that only people who have gone mad (or are going […]

Sometimes, it’s hard to tell the difference between anxiety and a panic attack.  Because of their similarities, people often use […]

Anxiety is an intense feeling of fear, discomfort, and worry.  Anxiety is a normal response to stress, and experiencing it […]