
Why I Hated Mirrors & Hairdressers: My Story
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Body dysmorphic disorder
Body dysmorphic disorder (or body dysmorphia) is a common mental health problem. People with BDD spend an excessive amount of time thinking about a minor or imagined defect in their physical appearance, and are distressed about it. The usual treatments are cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

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How to tackle poor body image in older women
Popular opinion suggests that poor body image is a problem most acutely felt by teenagers and millennials - in part, because they have grown up with the damaging effects of social media - but this isn't always the case. Andrea Huttly, a psychotherapist, eating disorder therapist and service manager at Priory Arthur House , a residential service in.

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Apathy
Disappointment and feeling dejected are a normal part of life. But it's very important to be able to shrug off disappointments so that you no longer feel apathetic. So a temporary period of apathy is normal. However, long-term apathy is not normal and can cause severe problems with your quality of life. What is apathy. Apathy means a lack of.

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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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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.

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Depression videos
Our depression video hub provides clear, compassionate insights into depression and postnatal depression, helping you understand the symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Swaran Singh If you’re worried you might be suffering from depression, it’s important to seek appropriate help..
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