THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON TEENAGERS’ EMOTIONAL HEALTH

La repercusión de las redes sociales

Social media has become an essential part of teenagers’ lives. Its impact on their well-being is a growing area of concern. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat are part of their daily routines, offering constant connection to friends, interests, and global trends. However, this unlimited access can also have consequences on teenagers’ emotional and mental […]

HOLIDAY EMOTIONS: THEIR IMPACT ON OUR EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Las emociones navideñas

  Christmas is a season that stirs many emotions, from joy and nostalgia to stress and sadness. This festive period influences our relationships and daily activities and significantly affects our emotional well-being. Understanding how holiday emotions impact our mental stability can help us better enjoy this time of year and manage the challenges it may […]

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE

La salud mental

  Every year, on October 10th, World Mental Health Day is celebrated, marking a key date to raise awareness about the importance of emotional well-being in all areas of life. In 2024, the theme focuses on a critical aspect affecting millions of people daily: mental health in the workplace. This focus highlights the need to […]

HOW TO IDENTIFY A TOXIC PERSON

  We interact with various people in our daily lives, some of whom can negatively impact our emotional well-being. Among them, we find so-called toxic people. These individuals can affect our mental and emotional health profoundly, making it essential to learn how to identify them and manage their influence effectively. WHAT DOES “TOXIC PERSON” MEAN? […]

THE INFLUENCE OF ADVERTISING ON BODY IMAGE

La imagen corporal

  Body image refers to a person’s perception of their body and how they feel about it. It is a subjective construction influenced by multiple factors, including family, friends, and especially the media. In the digital age, advertising plays a crucial role in shaping and distorting body image, significantly impacting self-esteem and emotional well-being. ADVERTISING […]

DO YOU KNOW WHAT SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER IS?

El trastorno afectivo estacional

  Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, typically in winter. This disorder affects many people worldwide, causing symptoms that can vary in intensity, from mild feelings of sadness to severe depression that impacts daily life. WHAT IS SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER? It is a type […]

HOW TO TALK TO CHILDREN ABOUT DEATH?

Hablar de la muerte con niños y niñas

  Death is an inevitable part of life and, despite medical and scientific advancements that have prolonged our lives, it remains a delicate and often avoided topic in our society. For an adult, understanding and accepting death can be a challenging task, but for a child, this task can seem even more complicated.  However, talking […]

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH

La salud mental

  Mental health in childhood and adolescence is an increasingly relevant topic in our contemporary society. According to data from the Multidisciplinary Task Force on Child and Adolescent Mental Health, approximately 1 in 7 children faces some form of mental health issue. In recent years, cases of anxiety, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) […]

WHAT IS PHUBBING?

El phubbing

  To talk about phubbing, we must first put ourselves in context. We face familiar and modern challenges in the changing world of human relationships. With the evolution of new technological forms, we update certain relationship problems and adopt new vocabulary such as ghosting or cloaking. Despite the apparent ease of staying connected in this […]

DO YOU KNOW THE KARPMAN DRAMA TRIANGLE?

¿Conoces el Triángulo Dramático de Karpman?

  Imagine you are planning a trip to the mountains with some friends and you decide to share the news with your partner. However, instead of being enthusiastic, this person would prefer to avoid the proposal and express dissatisfaction at being left alone. Even though you want to enjoy a few days with your group […]