Dealing with bad world news

Between the 24 hour news cycle and constantly checking your newsfeed, it can feel like bad world news is always in your face. When you're feeling overwhelmed it can help to take some time out, connect with your people and look for ways to give back in your community. We've put together a collection of articles, quizzes and videos to help.

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Ask a therapist: How to cope with distressing events and bad world news

We asked Nasalifya Namwinga, a clinical psychologist, to answer your questions about distressing events, vicarious trauma and bad world news.

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How to cope with bad world news

It’s really common to feel different things in reaction to bad world news. If it’s starting to get to you, we’ve got some tips that can help.

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Dealing with grief when something bad happens in the world

You can feel grief over something even if you aren’t personally affected. Learn why you might be feeling sad, angry or guilty, and how to work through your grief.

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The news and critical thinking: Why is it important?

We consume so much news, but how much of it can we really trust? Learn what media literacy is and how you can improve yours.

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A guide to discussing politics with friends and family

Talking about politics can be interesting, but it can also lead to arguments. Here’s some tips on how to discuss politics productively and safely.

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How to cope if you see disturbing videos and other sensitive content

When you see a disturbing video, it’s normal to feel a range of emotions. If you’re finding things difficult to process, here are some strategies you can try to help manage your feelings.

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Understanding terrorism and violent extremism

Read this guide to learn what terrorism and violent extremism means, why it happens, and how to cope when it’s in the news.

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How to cope when things feel out of your control

When you're going through a tough time and everything seems out of control, acceptance can be the best help.

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How to cope when things outside of your control happen overseas

It can be hard being away when something bad happens back home. Here are our top tips for coping when you don’t know what to do.

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Frustrated by the news? Here's how to channel your anger

If horrible events going on in the world are frustrating to you, you're not alone. Thankfully, there are ways to channel your anger.

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How to support people from different cultural backgrounds

We can all make a difference in stopping discrimination and racism in its tracks. Learn how you can support people from different backgrounds and those who experience racism.

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7 tips for dealing with change

Dealing with change can sometimes be uncomfortable, stressful or even scary. Here are some things you can do to make coping with changes in your life a little easier.

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How are you going?

Feeling a bit off? But not sure how bad? Take a moment to check in with how you're really feeling with our simple online quiz.

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10 coping strategies for dealing with the hard stuff

Try using some of the coping strategies listed below. They’ll help you to manage and relieve stress.

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5 ways to look after yourself while volunteering

Volunteering can be a rewarding way to give to others and to learn some new skills. But it's also important to look after yourself.

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Why talking helps

When you're going through a tough time, one of the best and most effective things you can do to feel better is to talk to someone.

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5 steps to talking to someone you trust

The best way to deal with an issue is to talk to someone you trust. Here’s the step-by-step guide on how to talk to someone.

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How to be awesome at self-care

Learning to look after yourself will build your self-confidence and help you give out positive vibes.

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