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The UK Mental Health System Is Letting Young People Down

According to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), antidepressants like Sertraline can induce mania or hypomania in people with undiagnosed bipolar disorder. For me, experiencing mania after starting sertraline was one of the clearest indicators that bipolar disorder might be part of my picture. Sertraline, a common SSRI prescribed for anxiety and depression, is indeed known to sometimes trigger manic episodes in individuals with underlying bipolar disorder. A 2021 study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders reviewed over 200 cases of antidepressant-induced mania and found that up to 15% of people prescribed SSRIs without a prior bipolar diagnosis experienced mania or hypomania, often because their bipolar disorder had not been identified before treatment began. Furthermore, another study from 2020, published in the Bipolar Disorders Journal, underscored this risk, particularly when patients are misdiagnosed with unipolar depression or anxiety instea...
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The Rise of Fascism and White Supremacy

Fascism, a political ideology originating in early 20th-century Europe, is characterised by a hierarchical, often xenophobic social order, authoritarian nationalism, and the suppression of political dissent. The term "reconstructed-Nazism" describes how modern far-right movements and parties strategically rebrand to appeal to a broader audience while reflecting aspects of fascism and white supremacy in their rhetoric. This essay will explore the interconnected issues of immigrant scapegoating, the significant influence of powerful elites, and the complex dynamics of oppression and resistance. Fascism in Modern British Politics - The Case of Reform UK Defining Features of Reform UK and Fascist Alignment The Reform UK party, formerly known as the Brexit Party, has garnered considerable attention in British politics, particularly following the Brexit campaign. Through a rigorous sociological lens, aspects of Reform UK can be seen to align with fascist characteristics. A de...
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The Genocide and Ethnic Cleansing Of Palestine

The territory of Palestine has been home to people for thousands of years, and archaeological evidence shows that people have lived there since the Ancient Stone Age. Ancient Assyrian documents and the obelisk of Adrimi, King of Alkha, both refer to it as Kan'an land. Around 800 B.C., Assyrian documents use the word Palestine itself as "Philsta." Herodotus, a Greek historian, called the territory "Palestinian Syria," which included the region from Phoenicia south to the Egyptian boundaries. Roman writers such as Strabo, Diodorus, and Agathar Chides also used this term. Under Hadrian, "Palestine" became officially recognised as the name of the holy land throughout the Roman era, and the Church and Christian pilgrims often used it. During Islamic rule, Palestine was part of Bilad Al-Sham, a larger region that included Syria and Lebanon. What Is the Nakba? The word Nakba means "catastrophe" in Arabic. It refers to what happened in 1948 when the ...
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Don't Let The Bastards Grind You Down

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Here’s something every woman needs to hear: being yourself will never be enough for some people, and that’s not your problem to solve. You could be smart, stunning, kind, and full of life, yet someone will still pick you apart. Not because you’ve done something wrong, but because your existence challenges their comfort. Your confidence makes them uncomfortable. That’s not a reflection of you; it’s a mirror of their own unhappiness. You have passions, goals, and real interests. You’re creating, building, and growing. Meanwhile, others waste their energy dragging people down. That’s not strength. That’s avoidance. It’s easier to criticise someone else than to face your own unfulfilled life. And unfortunately, it’s never been easier to do that. Social media has made it normal to hide behind a screen and attack people without ever facing them. It’s dehumanising—and yet somehow, it’s now a cultural pastime. But not everything deserves your energy. Not everyone deserves your attention. What ...
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The Divide of Genz

Introduction Gen Z is coming of age during a time of fast technological change, shifting social values, and increasing instability. This has led to deep divisions within the generation, especially when it comes to politics, gender equality, and romantic relationships. These divisions are shaped by a mix of online radicalisation, differing views on feminism, and the impact of economic and mental health stress. To understand what’s going on, it’s important to look closely at the influences behind these shifts. Political Polarisation Political division is one of the clearest signs of fragmentation within Gen Z. Young women are increasingly liberal, while young men are leaning more conservative. Election data from multiple countries shows a consistent trend: women aged 18–29 are moving left, while a growing number of young men are aligning with the right, sometimes the far-right. This gap has grown with the rise of online communities like the “manosphere,” which promote anti-feminist, raci...
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