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The Psychology Student with Psychological Struggles

Psychology has been a passion of mine ever since I started studying at A-level: 6 years ago (how on earth is it 2020!!?). For the first year of sixth form I wasn’t in the best head-space; in fact, I barely passed my exams (thank goodness for retakes). However, one thing I could take away with a smile was a new-found love for a discipline I have indulged ever since; now studying Psychology at undergrad with the Open University.

I have always been drawn to the 'abnormal', how as a species our psychological state can deviate to such an extent it no longer fits within expected parameters. But what do you do, when you find yourself outside of the lines marking 'normal' function?

Samantha NewportJanuary 9, 2020student, depression, anxiety, student depression, psychology, psychological struggles

Happiness With a Bit of Sadness

Am I happy? Am I contented with what my life is about? Why am I sad? Is my sadness or happiness valid? Do you often question yourself what it means to be happy? In this article I will take you through a series of personal experiences and how I managed to view my feelings as valid.

Samantha NewportNovember 20, 2019Am I Happy?, Happy, happiness, content, life, sad, sadness, valid, feelings, experience, choices, university, student, family, suicide, Suicidal thoughts, thoughts, mental health, Career, future, pressure, therapy, pathComment