Daily Archives: July 28, 2016

Anger Anger is one our most powerful and vital emotions. It can be a necessary tool for survival of individuals and communities. However, anger can become problematic when it persists and begins to cause significant difficulties in our lives which … Continue reading →

Alcohol and mental health Alcohol has been an important part of our society and culture for many centuries. Across the UK, people of all ages drink various amounts of alcohol, with both positive as well as negative effects in the short … Continue reading →

Bipolar disorder About 1 in every 100 adults have bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic depression, at some point in their life with the majority of people developing this condition between the ages of 15-19.1 Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterised … Continue reading →

Agoraphobia Posted onJuly 22, 2014 by silvermarbles in Facts A phobia is an obsessive fear of an object or situation that exists over a long period of time. People with phobias have no rational explanation for their fears, and often … Continue reading →

Struggling with stress? Stress Media last reviewed: 12/05/2016 Next review due: 12/05/2018 What is stress? Stress is the feeling of being under too much mental or emotional pressure. Pressure turns into stress when you feel unable to cope. People have … Continue reading →

Talking therapies explained The term ‘talking therapy’ covers all the psychological therapies that involve a person talking to a therapist about their problems. For some problems and conditions, one type of talking therapy may be better than another. Different talking … Continue reading →