Author Archives: JmaC

What is mental health? We often talk about mental health and mental illness. But what do we mean by mental health and what can you do to look after yours? What do we mean by mental health? There is often … Continue reading →

What is depression? It is when the low feelings or down mood, along with other symptoms, lasts for more than a couple of weeks that a person may have depression (sometimes referred to as clinical depression). Depression is a lot … Continue reading →

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About stigma and discrimination It’s quite likely that one day you, one of your friends, colleagues or family members will experience a mental health problem. Yet mental illness is still surrounded by prejudice, ignorance and fear. The attitudes people have towards … Continue reading →

What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar Disorder is a mood disorder that is characterised by alternating periods of mania and depression. It was formerly known as manic depression. People with Bipolar Disorder can swing from extreme highs to extreme lows, sometimes … Continue reading →

Trying to cope amidst a chronic feeling of low mood, physical tiredness or extreme anxiety. Persistent bad feelings about oneself and life in general are draining, unhelpful and most importantly, not your fault. If you have been struggling with Depression, … Continue reading →

Living with Bipolar Disorder can often feel like a roller coaster ride with the highs of mania and the lows of depression. In addition, there are also the twists and turns on that ride based on a person’s environment, including … Continue reading →