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Recognising the signs of an abusive relationship
Relationships are not always easy, having ups and downs is normal and part of the dynamic between two people developing an attachment towards one another. When things go well we feel lucky and in love, everything seems to go our way and we can take on any challenge that comes with an extra spring in
What to do when you feel helpless
There are so many times in life we feel helpless and not in control. Be it with something going on in our personal or professional lives, national events, crisis or tough situations that leave us feeling lost, sad, upset and helpless. Most of us have been in this situation more than once. Here are a
Maintaining good health through good relationships
Humans and animals thrive on the relationships they form. From the beginning through to the end of our lives, our friendships, kinships, social interactions, and our sense of community, inform who we are. These factors have a significant impact on our mood, our happiness quotient, and on our mental and physical health.
InsideOut signposting & support channels
Confidential, anonymous and free of charge resources and contacts that can help you access mental health professional’s advice and support.
What to do in a crisis?
People experiencing poor mental health may manifest their distress by having a crisis, such as breaking down in tears, having a panic attack, or feeling suicidal. Witnessing someone in a state of crisis can be triggering and you may also feel a sense of crisis too, but it’s important to stay calm. Seeing, hearing or
6 tips for talking about mental health
Realising someone we love or care about is struggling with poor mental health is never easy. Even though you might not be sure what to do for the best, there are different ways you can try and help someone who is struggling. Talking about mental health is key This is the first step to take
Anxiety: when it becomes a problem
Anxiety is part of the human condition, it is the name we give to sensations that arise when we detect a potential threat. It can be an actual threat or a perceived one and often it is vague unlike fear that is more specific. These felt sensations are activated by the brain’s release of chemicals
Depression: what’s wrong with me?
There are different perspectives to explore what triggers an episode of depression. The medical lens views it as an illness caused by chemical imbalances. Psychological understandings have expanded in time from suggesting that aggression was at the root of depression to advocating that internal conflicts between impulses and a person’s conscience were the cause. Sigmund
Understanding your stress response – how to work with your body
In the previous article I talked about the stress response in our body that we inherited from our ancestors. Here’s the bottom line. Our physiology has not caught up with the XXIst century and its response to a traffic jam and to a crocodile trying to snatch your leg off is practically the same. Does