Author: handler


  •  THE CICN: Where Transformation Meets Purpose

    The Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria (CICN) is far more than an academic institution, it is a catalyst for awakening, healing, and alignment. While it operates as a professional training body for counselors, countless students describe their experience at CICN as a turning point, the place where the pieces of their lives finally began…

  • Breaking the Stigma: Why Mental Health Conversations are More Important Now than Ever

    Introduction Even in today’s technological world, stigma, misinformation, and silence surrounding mental health are prevalent. Many still find it difficult to ask for assistance or to speak honestly about their challenges, even in light of increased awareness. The lives of those who are dealing with mental health issues are not the only ones affected by…

  • Dementia Is Not Witchcraft: Combating Stigma and Protecting the Elderly in Nigeria

    IntroductionIn many Nigerian communities, stories still abound of elderly women being branded aswitches. These accusations often arise when such women are found wandering aimlessly anight, forgetting the way home, talking to themselves, or engaging in unusual behavior thatconfuses those around them. In several reported cases, these women have been beaten,tortured, banished, or even killed on…

  • Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder HSDD

    Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) is a type of sexual dysfunction characterized by a persistent or recurrent lack of sexual desire or interest in sexual activity, which causes distress or interpersonal difficulties. HSDD can occur in both men and women and can have various causes, including physical, psychological, or a combination of both. In women,…

  • CHILDHOOD UPBRINGING AND ADULT ROMANTIC ATTACHMENT STYLE

    It is a fact that every human behavior can be explained, an attachment style in relationships isn’t left out. The attachment style of a significant percentage of adults in relationships can be linked to parenting style and upbringing; parents should keep the next generation in mind when raising their children, and teenagers, A lot has…

  • THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH: NAVIGATING RISKS & BENEFITS

      Adolescents, who use social media the most, have made it a necessary part of their daily lives. The impact of social media on adolescent mental health has drawn a lot of attention as technology develops and connectivity grows. Social media includes concerns including anxiety, body dissatisfaction, and cyberbullying, but it also provides chances for…

  • DEFINING ADDICTION

    The term “addiction” can mean many things to many people. In this article, we define addiction as thus: Addiction is the repeated involvement with a substance or activity, despite the substantial harm it now causes because that involvement was (and may continue to be) pleasurable and/or valuable. Counselors should not confuse this definition of addiction…

  • MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE: FOSTERING A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT

    Introduction Mental health has become an increasingly important topic of discussion in recent years, with growing recognition of the significant impact it can have on individuals, communities, and society as a whole. One domain where mental health is particularly crucial is the workplace. Employees’ mental well-being can have far-reaching consequences for their job performance, productivity,…

  • DEPRESSION: RECOGNISING SIGNS & SEEKING EFFECTIVE TREATMENT

    Depression is a prevalent and debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyable. While depression can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life, it is a highly treatable condition. Understanding…

  • LETS TALK ABOUT CHRISTMAS DEPRESSION

    Whether you are under pressure to wake up and show up like everyone is doing around you, or you are asking “God when” because of all the pajamas pictures all over social media or you are feeling left out in the Detty December gigs and paparazzi all over the place, be assured that you might…