Summer is associated with beaches, lively outdoor parties and happy faces – however, for some people, it can be a less than wonderful time. For many, summer can make them ill and unhappy, the result of summertime depression. From feeling envious of other people on their holidays to a lack of body confidence and a […]

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Although bipolar disorder is a major health concern, that’s not to say that you cannot help yourself. Aside from the treatment or medications you’re given by your medical team, you can do much to look after your own wellbeing, manage your moods and stay balanced. We’ve rounded up the best things you can do to […]

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Bipolar disease is a common health problem affecting the mental/emotional wellness of both men and women of all ages. Their wellbeing is affected by extreme mood swings, and the condition is also known as manic depression.   The first stage of the disease is called ‘mania’, where the patients feel really happy and confident and […]

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Depression is a term which gets attributed to a number of mild emotional episodes, such as when we’re feeling a bit down about life in general. However, for those suffering with depression, this common mistake can undermine genuine conditions which are debilitating and difficult to live with. If you’re feeling low a lot of the […]

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The distinction between mental health and mental illness isn’t always obvious – one man’s shyness is another man’s case of social phobia, for example. It’s often difficult to distinguish normal mental health from mental illness because there’s no easy test to show if something’s wrong. To determine whether or not your wellness has been affected […]

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No matter who you are, everyone needs a little help sometimes. That’s why free and confidential mental health care is easily available for anyone, but still you can be reluctant to take it. Shying away from seeking care can be really detrimental to your wellbeing, as treatment can prevent your condition from getting worse. If […]

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Infections and autoimmune disorders can take their toll on your physical wellness, but now Danish researchers have found that these disorders can affect other aspects of your wellbeing. According to their new study, published June 12th in the journal JAMA Psychiatry, infections and autoimmune disorders may increase your risk of developing mental health problems, such […]

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Death is an inescapable fact of life, which means that, unfortunately, so is bereavement. Nothing affects your emotional wellness quite like losing someone you love, but where do you draw the line between emotional wellness and mental health? Or, in other words, when does grief turn into a major depressive disorder?   Obviously, grief is […]

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Zumba is an extremely popular exercise today but for instructor Karen Bedford, it not just about the dance moves; it’s about mental health. For Karen, 49, exercise was the reason that she survived and beat decade-long battle with depression.   In 1998, Karen developed depression out of a series of mental health-damaging personal events. She […]

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We’ve come a long way with mental wellness; there’s less of a stigma about depression and anxiety, and we’re beginning to break down some of those wild mental health misconceptions. However, some myths still remain, so let’s try and bust them – once and for all. Let’s start with the basic, indisputable facts of mental […]

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