Couples therapy can help you strengthen an already flourishing relationship or mend a challenging one. Although therapy for couples is not an overnight fix for all relationship problems, it does help many couples overcome their struggles and deepen their connection. This article will help you understand exactly what couples therapy is and whether you and […]
All families experience disagreements at some point. As unique individuals, you and your family members are not going to see eye-to-eye 100% of the time. The key is to learn how to manage situations of conflict so that you can strengthen your relationships and return to living peacefully with one another. There are lots of […]
The only person you are going to spend every minute of every day with is… you. Your relationship with yourself is arguably the most important relationship you will ever have since it contributes to how you feel all the time. So, what kind of relationship do you have with yourself? Is it loving and kind […]
We all struggle at some point or another, children included. Challenges are normal. However, good mental health is important for a child’s social, emotional, mental and physical development. It is, therefore, important we do what we can to help children manage their emotions and improve their sense of well-being. There are lots of different things […]
Eye movement desensitisation reprogramming (EMDR) is a type of psychotherapy used to help people with a wide range of different mental health conditions. EMDR treatment does not require as much discussion as other forms of psychotherapy. Instead of using talking to overcome challenges, EMDR therapy allows the brain to fulfil its natural healing processes all […]
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is used by therapists around the world to help people overcome a wide range of mental health conditions. It is considered to be one of the most effective therapies available, often helping people achieve life-changing results in just a few weeks. What is CBT? CBT is a type of talk therapy […]
Bipolar disorder affects approximately 1 in every 100 people at some point in their life. It can take a toll on a person’s well-being and hinder their ability to work and maintain relationships. In this guide to helping someone with bipolar disorder, you’ll learn exactly what the condition is, what it looks like and how […]
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects the way a person thinks and behaves. The three main symptoms of ADHD are inattentiveness (difficulty concentrating), hyperactivity (excessive movement) and impulsivity (acting on impulse). Boys are more than twice as likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls; however, research suggests that ADHD […]
Written by Nicola Dalrymple Loss is a universal experience that affects us all at some point in our lives. Grief is the emotions that people feel when they incur a loss. Grief is most typically linked to bereavement yet loss comes in many forms such as loss of relationship, job or home. Different people respond […]
Written by Nicola Dalrymple The mental health of young people is just as important as the mental health of adults. According to a survey carried out in England in 2017, one in eight 5-19 year olds were suffering from at least one mental health disorder. Tragically, suicide is the number one cause of death for […]