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Am I Suffering from Anxiety Symptoms? It’s important to know that it’s normal to feel a little anxious every now and then. It tends to occur in high-pressure, stressful situations, but what’s important to understand is that everyone’s definitions of stress may be different. Some people might find a job interview or first date stressful, […]
Read moreConnection Between Alcohol Use & Depression It’s normal to feel down from time to time. But when you feel persistently down, sad or lonely, this may be a sign that you’re suffering from depression. Depression is a mental health condition that involves persistent feelings of sadness, dread, tiredness, and hopelessness. For those struggling with the […]
Read moreThe Effects of Alcohol Abuse on PTSD PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is a psychological condition where individuals suffer as a result of a traumatic event they have witnessed or experienced. It affects millions of people around the world., and unfortunately, many of its victims also struggle with alcohol misuse. According to the NHS, people who […]
Read moreSigns of Depression in Young Adults & Children Children and young adults can’t always recognise signs of depression within themselves and maybe largely unaware that they need to reach out for help. It can also be difficult to distinguish between normal teenage angst and true depression, however, it is estimated that 1 in 5 young […]
Read moreCognitive Behavioural Therapy in Addiction Treatment Cognitive behavioural therapy, more commonly known as CBT, has been used for many years to treat a range of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and addiction. It is a common therapy used around the world by many practitioners and hundreds of studies have demonstrated its effectiveness in […]
Read moreWhat Are the Effects of Alcohol on the Sleep? Sleep is as essential as oxygen and a consistent lack of it can lead to everyday fatigue and bad mood. Regular sleep deprivation can also lead to more serious health complications; including diabetes, obesity, and heart disease, a decrease in life expectancy, and an increased risk […]
Read moreAlcohol Relapse Warning Signs Recovering from alcohol addiction is immensely difficult. It can take someone months or years to take back control of their life, and finally achieving sobriety is a fantastic achievement. The recovery journey is long, so it can be easy to panic if it looks like someone you care about might be […]
Read moreHelping Someone with Gambling Addiction Gambling addiction can be an immense challenge to overcome. Not only can it severely affect the mental and social health of an individual, but it can also leave them in financial ruin. Trying to help someone with a gambling addiction is so difficult because it can be hard to know […]
Read moreSpotting the Signs of Addiction Addiction can be a difficult condition to cope with for both the individual it involves and the people around them. It affects physical health, damages mental wellbeing, and can seriously impact both work and social relationships [1]. Unfortunately, while many are aware of the destructive effect addiction can have, what […]
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