Monthly Archives: July 2016

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 different ways of reacting to stress, so a situation that feels stressful … Continue reading →

Whether you’re concerned about yourself or a loved one, these helplines can offer expert advice. Anxiety UK Charity providing support if you’ve been diagnosed with an anxiety condition. Phone: 08444 775 774 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5.30pm) Website: www.anxietyuk.org.uk Bipolar UK A charity helping people living … Continue reading →

The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) is designed to protect and empower individuals who may lack the mental capacity to make their own decisions about their care and treatment. It is a law that applies to individuals aged 16 and over. … Continue reading →

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 →