Mental Health

With depression being a mental health issue you don’t often think of it as being able to give physical effects. However, there is a large connection between mental and physical health as many mental health disorders have physical side effects. In some parts of the world, such as China, depression is considered a myth and […]

Mental health issues are very common. According to the leading charity Mind, at least one in four people will suffer from some kind of mental health problem each year in England, while one in six experience a mental health problem such as anxiety or depression during any given week. It’s also a problem that only […]

The diagnosis of mental health issues currently stands at 1 in every 4 people, indicating how 25% of the population are struggling with some degree of symptoms. Through such statistics, there’s, therefore, a chance that someone you know is struggling, even your employees. Are you prepared for such eventuality, with the scope to combat mental […]

In order for us to live happy, healthy lives, we must take care of not only our physical health, but also our mental health and wellbeing. Mentalhealth.gov describes mental health as “our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to […]

The ongoing pandemic of Covid-19 has caused a whirlwind for the entire world. An unprecedented reality has emerged, where social distancing and mask-wearing is the norm, where an ongoing feeling of uncertainty is the norm, and where any amount of normality, prior to the pandemic has vanished, now becoming a new norm. Through this new, […]

Feelings of panic are very common throughout everyday life. Through our response of either fight or flight, anxiety-related energy is a natural reaction to stress or fear. For the average person, panic-like feelings subsidies over time. Yet, for someone who suffers from panic attacks, overcoming those intense moments can be very difficult, which can be brought on randomly, for no apparent reason, […]

Naturally, experiencing addiction and the necessity of treatment are personal and private matters. Through that, many individuals attempt to hide away, to struggle internally, or will only accept confidential, professional support. While those feelings and desires to protect oneself are expected and reasonable, there are however significant benefits of opening up to others throughout addiction recovery. As humans, we […]

In recent years, a lot more has been made of the incredibly damaging effect that stress can have on the human body and mind amongst the mainstream media. However, even though more and more people are understanding the very real danger that stress poses to people across the globe, there may be a more specific […]

Gaming addiction has been on the rise for a few years, but the Covid-19 lockdown has exacerbated and highlighted the major issues with this form of addiction. As a leading UK based rehab clinic, we are concerned by the sharp rise in issues such as Gaming Addiction which has for the most part gone under […]

Once seen as a taboo subject, mental health issues, such as depression are experienced now more than ever, and are talked about now more than ever. Yet, while an understanding of depression as an illness may be present, many individuals fail to recognise the cause of depression, along with the risks it poses if uncontrolled. […]

Loneliness is a common emotion, noted by addicts. Once excessive consumption of drugs and alcohol take priority, feeling worlds apart from your old self, from old relationships, from old responsibilities is normal. Yet, here’s where the dangers of addiction and loneliness show themselves, where isolation can aggravate a diagnosis, where mental health issues can develop through being trapped in our own […]

As workplaces begin to reopen and welcome back employees, many people will find themselves raring to go. However, research shows that two-thirds of the British public are left feeling anxious about the thought of returning to the office amidst the pandemic.     Many find themselves distressed over changes that have been implemented, while others are left […]

As COVID-19 reached its peak, countries across the world entered national lockdowns leaving individuals battling drug and alcohol addictions unable to attend recovery meetings, leave their homes, see their loved ones or seek the vital support that they need. In the United Kingdom, it has been reported that over 500,000 people are alcohol independent. Meanwhile, over 300,000 […]

There are numerous treatments designed to help addicts to overcome their dependence on drugs, alcohol and compulsive activities such as gambling. In the case of substance misuse, professional rehab clinics will offer a supervised detox service along with a wide range of therapies. These could include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), group therapy and one to […]

Whilst depression and substance abuse are two separate conditions, it is very common for people suffering from depression to also be battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol. This is known as a co-occurring disorder and can make it far more difficult to treat either problem. According to statistics from the National Bureau of Economic […]

Xanax is commonly associated as a prescription drug, used to treat those with anxiety and panic disorders. It is a central nervous system tranquiliser, prescribed by medical professionals to relieve tension while reducing psychological side effects. Xanax has similar effects to drugs such as benzodiazepine yet is recommended for short-term use only. If Xanax is […]