Understanding Different Types Of Eating Disorders ?
More than 1.6 million people in the UK alone are estimated to have an eating disorder. Eating disorders are mental health problems that involve disordered eating behaviour – this can include eating too little or too much or becoming fixated with one’s weight or shape. Visit the NHS website for further information and help on […]
Children’s Mental Health Crisis: Lack of School and Community Support Leading to Hospital Admissions
Children’s Commissioner Highlights Critical Gaps in Child Mental Health Services New research from the Children’s Commissioner for England has revealed that children are frequently unable to access appropriate mental health support at school and in the community, leading to prolonged stays in mental health institutions. This concerning trend is contributing to children spending months or […]
How To Feel In Control During Lockdown ?
The ripple effect of this pandemic has taken some strange turns and it’s all to do with fulfilling our need for certainty! If you or your children struggle with worry / anxiety this pandemic will be affecting you in ways you might not have expected. With so much uncertainty around us, we look for ways […]
7 Tips To Make This Week The Most Productive Yet ?
Mondays don’t have to be the most painful day of the week! In fact, this should be the day that sets the tone. Today you can decide where you want your week to go. Good mental health at work and good management go hand in hand. There is strong evidence that workplaces with high levels […]
9 Things To Do If You’re Feeling Lonely ?
Have you ever been in a room crowded with people and still felt lonely? The truth is, you can feel lonely anywhere, anytime – no matter how many people are physically around you. No one wants to feel lonely. It’s a miserable feeling, and often people feel too ashamed to talk about it. But feeling […]
7 Ways To Help Your Child Develop Positive Self-Esteem ?
Self-esteem can start as early as babyhood and will continue to develop or diminish as time goes on. It can start just because a child feels safe, loved, and accepted. It can start when positive attention and loving care is shown. Every child is different. Self-esteem may come easier to some kids than others. Some […]
Helping Men TO Open Up About Mental Health ?
Mental health problems can affect anyone but stigma and discrimination can stop people opening up about their experiences and seeking help. However, talking about mental health can strengthen friendships, aid recovery, break down stereotypes and take the taboo out of something that affects us all. If you need someone to speak to then please contact […]
18 Effective Stress Relievers ?
Stress is the feeling of being under too much mental or emotional pressure. Stress increases hormones in your body to help you deal with pressures or threats. This is sometimes called a “fight or flight” response. Don’t be too alarmed, your stress hormone levels usually return to normal once the pressure or threat has passed. […]
How To Beat Blue Monday ?
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic people have been feeling a lot more ‘blue’ recently. But did you know that every year, the third Monday of January is dubbed “Blue Monday?” It came about after Dr Cliff Arnall was asked to work out the most depressing day of the year. It is calculated using a series […]