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The Power of Sitting for Just Five Minutes
We spend so much of our lives rushing – multitasking, planning, thinking ahead. Even when we think we’re taking a break, we’re often still scrolling, half-working, or letting our minds race ahead to what’s next. But what if, just for five minutes, you did nothing? Not in a structured, intentional, Read more…
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Understanding Schizophrenia: Key Facts for Schizophrenia Awareness Day
Schizophrenia Awareness Day is an important occasion dedicated to raising awareness and understanding about one of the most complex and often misunderstood mental health disorders. Schizophrenia affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains shrouded in stigma and misconceptions. Here, we aim to provide clear, factual information to help demystify Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: What is self-harm?
Self-harm is when somebody purposely hurts or damages their body because of urges they experience; – this is often (but not always) in the form of self-injury. Although self-harm is not considered a mental illness, there are solid links between mental illness and self-harming behaviour. Self-harm often creates a short-term Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: Possible Behavioural & Physical Signs and Symptoms of Bulimia
Bulimia (Bulimia Nervosa) is described as a vicious cycle where a person eats a large amount of food in one go (bingeing) and then tries to ‘get rid’ of the food (purging) to stop weight gain. Common methods of purging include being sick or taking laxatives (medication that makes you Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: Seeking Support for Anxiety
Remember that asking for help and involving others can be particularly challenging for people experiencing anxiety, and in some cases, it will cause increased levels of anxiety. A non-pressured, patient and flexible approach might be needed and offering to research and make some of the arrangements (with their permission) might Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: Learn more about mental health and eating healthily
Lots of evidence shows considerable benefits to our mental wellbeing when we eat a balanced, healthy diet, and we should not underestimate the link between Food and Mood. Additionally, some foods and drinks can harm our mental wellbeing, for example, high levels of caffeine or alcohol can increase stress and Read more…
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Fundamental Wellbeing: Learn more about mental health, exercise and activity
Increasing physical activity is proven to have many mental and physical health benefits and relieve stress. This might not be joining a gym or going for a run! Small efforts such as a short walk around the block or some gentle yoga at home can make a big difference. Read more…