by Sally | Feb 11, 2019 | Anxiety, General
Navigating the Complexities of Tic Disorders and Tourette Syndrome Many individuals often conflate a tic disorder with Tourette syndrome. Despite their association with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and the potential impact of OCD treatment on tic and...
by Sally | Jan 21, 2019 | Grief, Mental Health
Experiencing the death of a loved one is often the most significant challenge a person faces. Grieving can feel overwhelming and consume every facet of your life. It is during this time that you need the comfort of others the most, and yet social connections often...
by Sally | Nov 26, 2018 | Anxiety, Mental Health
Supporting a Loved One Through Anxiety: A Guide for Family and Friends When someone close to you is struggling with anxiety, it can often feel overwhelming and frustrating, especially if you don’t know how to help. Anxiety attacks can cause a range of symptoms,...
by Sally | Nov 19, 2018 | Addiction, Mental Health
If you or a loved one have gone through a programme in a drug or alcohol rehabilitation centre, you know that much of the time spent in rehab focuses on preparing you for your move back home. It can be a dangerous and scary transition if you are unprepared. Although...
by Sally | Sep 17, 2018 | Grief, Mental Health
Grief is a profoundly personal experience, and it’s often portrayed through the widely recognised five stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. These stages were first introduced by Swiss psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross in her seminal 1969...
by Sally | Jul 9, 2018 | Addiction, Mental Health
When we speak about addiction, we tend to think of drugs and alcohol. However, many seemingly benign activities can become an addiction for some people. For some, watching porn is an activity done once in a while for fun, while others watch for hours every day alone....