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Mental health is a major concern in today's society, impacted by many external factors. One factor that is often overlooked is how...

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges in the UK, yet it can look and feel very different from person to person. There are several types of anxiety disorders, and learning how to identify which one you may be experiencing is a powerful step toward managing it and recovering from it. Understanding the symptoms of anxiety and the different treatment options available can help you feel more in control and guide you toward the right support. I'll explore the f

How Movement Can Help Ease Anxiety Anxiety affects millions of people every day. And while therapy, medication, and support systems all...

Mental health is a pressing issue that affects everyone, yet is still stigmatised and misunderstood by many. Smartphone applications, or apps, provide an accessible, convenient way to take care of your mental health daily. I am not one to encourage more phone usage; however, I can’t ignore that for a lot of people it’s a preferred method of self-care, and I will acknowledge there are some benefits to using your phone, but mainly it’s just so you don’t gather more “stuff”. In

Mental and physical health are super connected. Even though we usually think of them as separate, studies reveal that if your mental...

The terms autism  and ADHD  are often used interchangeably, which can lead to confusion about what each condition entails. This mix-up is...

Going on a date can be an exciting, yet nerve-wracking experience; however, date anxiety does not have to take away from the joy that...

If you are anything like me, bedtime can sometimes feel like the moment my brain decides to switch into overdrive. I can go through the...

As someone who has lived with OCD for as long as I can remember, let me try to explain what it actually is, not the version people joke about or misunderstand, but the reality of living with obsessive-compulsive disorder day after day. OCD is one of those conditions that is talked about a lot, but rarely understood. People often think it means being tidy, organised, or a perfectionist. I am none of those things. I am very messy. OCD has nothing to do with liking things clean

How many different types of therapy are you aware of? Which ones do you think would suit your needs? Are you aware of how many therapy...

Every January, the phrase “new year, new me”  begins echoing everywhere, in the office kitchen, at family dinners, and across social media. And while the idea of fresh starts can be exciting, New Year’s resolutions can also be brutal on our mental health. Too often, they’re framed as punishments, “I will lose a stone” or “I’ll read every night without fail”, instead of gentle, realistic changes that actually make life better. These small goals can actually become incredibly d

Anxiety is hardly ever simple. Even after dealing with it for more than ten years, it still surprises me. The signs aren't always clear...

Whenever life feels overwhelming, I’ve found that having a hobby is one of the best ways to take the pressure off. Not only do hobbies...

Since launching the Discovery Journal , I’ve been deeply moved by the number of parents reaching out, seeking support for their anxious...

Let me share with you some techniques I have found helpful to keep my anxiety under control.