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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated the introduction of extreme measures that have served as attempts to restrict the spread of SARS-CoV-2 across the globe. These measures, such as national …
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How to beat the boredom blues: 10 new hobbies to try

The lockdown has been hard on all of us. We are used to going out and seeing our friends, family, and colleagues, but now we are stuck at home with only ourselves for company. This can lead to …
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Choosing new activities when isolating

In the wake of the global Coronavirus pandemic, people are being told to stay at home and practice ‘social distancing.’ It can be strange being in lockdown and having to change from your …
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How to throw a virtual party

When you have family spread across the globe, meeting up in person can be expensive. Not everyone can take regular trips to see family members. Thankfully we have the internet, so distance should no …
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Writing as a hobby

Taking up writing as a hobby is an excellent way to find out if it’s something you want to do long-term. If you want to be a writer, you need to enjoy writing. If you don’t enjoy it, odds …
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Working from home: Tips for beginners

The coronavirus pandemic has caused governments to lockdown countries globally, and many people are asked to work from home where they can. If you’re one of them, congratulations! Working from home …

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