By Marvellous Olajide For many students, nothing feels heavier than the dreaded word—carryover. That moment when results are released and you scroll down the list, only to see “F” boldly staring at you. It’s like your heart drops into your stomach. Suddenly, your friends’ laughter sounds louder, their smiles brighter, and you feel like the... Continue Reading →
Mental Health and Wellbeing: Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
Elizabeth Oladapo "Social media has done more harm than good", this is a very common debate topic everywhere around the world.Every 'Gen Z' knows and cannot do without social media, most are always on a social media platform for hours in a day, but the question is do they benefit from this? Does social media... Continue Reading →
Early Romantic Relationship: A Poison to Mental Health
By Elizabeth Oladapo Psychiatrists have associated poor mental health in underages with Teen Dating Violence (TDV). Given their view about dating before the age of 21, early romantic relationships are not advisable due to the range of psychiatric disorders associated with TDV. "Dating before 21 years is not advisable," psychiatrists say. Many young adults nowadays... Continue Reading →
HEALTH: Sleep-Health Connection
By Oluwaferanmi Mary Sleep is a condition of body and mind that typically recurs for several hours every night, in which the eyes are closed, the postural muscles relaxed, the activity of the brain altered, and consciousness of the surroundings practically suspended. During sleep, our body repairs and regenerates damaged cells, build bone and muscle, and strengthen our immune system. Sleep... Continue Reading →
OPINION: LOVE AND ACADEMICS
Photo credit: Shutterstuck By Onyinyechi Obike Humans are inherently social beings who naturally crave companionship, though not limited to romantic companionship. While this need for connection isn't limited to relationships with other people, pets and objects can also fill this role. It is inevitable to long for affection and emotional connection. These desires are driven... Continue Reading →
HEALTH: OUCH…WHAT IS THAT PAIN?
By Leonard Divine Imagine a pain that starts out as a dull ache and quickly turns into a sharp, stabbing sensation. It may cause one to feel nauseous and tired, with the pain being so intense that it restricts one's movement. This is what it feels like to have appendicitis, and while it may sound... Continue Reading →
OPINION: REAL TRUTHS ABOUT ADULTHOOD
Kolade, Olakiitan. Do you remember how you dreamt about being an adult when you were only 10? How you didn’t want to identify as a child as you declared you’re a big girl or boy? I remember feeling so excited and eager to experience the freedom and independence that come with being an adult. It... Continue Reading →
