Archive for month: August, 2017

Everybody goes through ups and downs, but some people are resilient enough to effectively cope with the routine pressures of life while some become a victim of those burdens. Very often, it is easier to identify a physical distress in the form of a headache, stomach ache, flu, etc., but symptoms like anxiousness, stress, sleep deprivation are often swept under the rug. Moreover, people happen to be so engrossed in their routine that many a times, they don’t even realize that they are struggling with a mental problem that needs attention. Read more

“(24/7) once you sign on to be a mother, that’s the only shift they offer,” said Jodi Picoult, author of “My Sister’s Keeper.” The quote aptly describes the perennially ardent routine of a mother that gets more challenging if she is a single mother. There is no denying the fact that it is a blessing to be a mother. However, rearing a child single-handedly and working to ensure that the child gets the best of everything growing into a well-rounded individual can get emotionally and physically exhausting at times. For some single moms, not high on fortitude and endurance, the stress can compound and make one susceptible to a host of mental problems. Read more