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Pandemic's Lingering Scars: Isolation's Mental Toll

Pandemic's Lingering Scars: Isolation's Mental Toll

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NHS talking therapies - self referral

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NHS talking therapies - self referral

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What to do if you feel lonely

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What to do if you feel lonely

Loneliness is a growing epidemic in the UK, with around half of us feeling lonely sometimes or always. ...cially vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation Social isolationIt impacts on both our psychological and physical well-being as the two are inextricably linked," says Linda Boutet, counsellor and psychotherapist and member of the.

Anger management

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Anger management

All human beings experience anger. It is a hostility which we can feel towards people, but a... This leaflet describes some anger management strategies. It can also involve withdrawal, isolation and self-harm. Whilst most children and teenagers who are angry do not have mental health difficulties, for a few - as in adults - anger can be part of.

How to stave off depression in later life

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How to stave off depression in later life

Whether it's moving from work into retirement or dealing with the loss of a loved one, it's evident that the stresses and feelings of isolation in later life can take their toll. And it may come as little surprise that nearly half of all adults aged 55 and over said they had experienced depression, according to a recent survey by Age UK. One in.

Mindfulness

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Mindfulness

Mindfulness is about paying moment-by-moment attention to what's happening inside your body, and what's going on around you. That sounds simple, but it's amazingly easy to get distracted. Reduce the risk of depression, which can be triggered or fuelle... The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) takes a pretty tough line on.

Mental health videos

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Mental health videos

Our mental health video hub is a supportive space where our experts break down key topics like depression, OCD, schizophrenia, and more. OCD OCD, or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder , is a mental health condition where people experience unwanted thoughts, worries or fears (called obsessions) that can lead to repetitive behaviours or rituals.

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