“What have you got to feel depressed about?” For anyone who has suffered from anxiety, depression or related mental health conditions, that is a reaction that is familiar. People might not say it straight out – but the sentiment is…
What is anxiety? If someone asks you that question, you’ll probably define it as worry or feeling on edge. Similarly, if you were asked whether it is something you experience, you might answer “sometimes” – for example if you are…
Loneliness – the very word conjures depressing images of an old lady sitting in isolation on Christmas day with only the television for company, or a solitary child in the school playground, alone despite the dozens of schoolmates all around….
There is a general perception that technology has made the 21st century something of a golden age. It is a time when many of the dreams of past generations are coming true. 3D printers, voice activated personal assistants and virtual…
Not so long ago, we were discussing the arrival of spring, and the fact that it is not necessarily everyone’s favourite time of year. Well, the daffodils have come and gone, the lambs are growing up and looking towards an…
Feeling tired all the time? Struggling to get out of bed in the morning and finding yourself yawning uncontrollably all afternoon? If so, you can at least take comfort in the fact that you are not alone. Market research giant…
Serotonin deficiency can lead to depression, anxiety and a host of other problems that can have a profound effect on quality of life. So what is serotonin, what causes serotonin deficiency, and most important of all, what can you do…
The death of a close family member is cited as one of the five most stressful life events that an individual can go through. But unlike getting divorced, going to prison or being fired from your job, bereavement is something…
Health professionals are still learning new things every day about fibromyalgia. This is positive news in as much as the condition is being taken seriously, with time and money being ploughed into research. But it can also be frustrating, as…
Winter invariably has a sting in its tail, and with the Beast from the East made sure that 2018 was no exception, with freezing temperatures and chaos on the roads. At last, however, we can welcome the arrival of spring,…
Observers watching from outer space would probably say we’ve never had it so good. In 2018, we are surrounded by every convenience, from centrally heated homes to reliable cars to TV on demand. We can keep in touch with friends…
Did you know that many foods can increase your serotonin levels naturally and actually improve your mental outlook? Below are four foods you should be consuming regularly to maintain healthy brain serotonin levels. Buckwheat Buckwheat contains more tryptophan than most starchy…
Many people found our previous post ‘Alter Your Mood, Naturally‘ really helpful, so we have followed the same theme with some more ideas for you! Whether you find just one that works for you, or a whole range, hopefully this will…
There is a growing body of science and practice around the administration of drugs to combat depression and anxiety, but there is also a growing usage of natural remedies. Before, or sometimes in tandem with taking more serious measures, many…
Everyone knows that exercise is good for our bodies – improving muscle mass and tone, our stamina, and helping strengthen against heart problems. But many people exercise for the way it makes them feel – the way it boosts their…
