Personal Growth

  Being injured in any type of accident can have a major impact on your life, even if you are able to make a full recovery. After all, an injury will disrupt your normal routine, and it can also be extremely expensive. With…

New research shows that a compound found in Chinese herbal medicine could aid the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. The active compound of tetrahydroxystilbene glucoside, or TSG, is found in the herb Polygonum multiflorum…

In a perfect world, we would all have perfect health. Unfortunately, however, the world we live in is far from perfect, and many people do struggle with and have to manage various health problems on a daily basis. If you…

Schizophrenia is a major mental health issue that is often treated with antipsychotic drugs, but a new study has found that talking therapies may also be effective for the wellbeing of sufferers. While this could be a major breakthrough –…

Most people try one thing or another to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Others try to fully embrace healthy eating and exercise to ensure they remain as fit and healthy as possible. However, most people don't realize there are…

Bipolar disorder (BD) is one of the fastest growing mental health issues. It has already been diagnosed in thousands of people worldwide, but it is though that the number of people who have the condition undiagnosed could be far larger. BD…

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is one the most debilitating and dangerous diseases in the world. It affects over 35 million people worldwide and is especially distressing for the patient as it leads to memory loss, lack of bodily function and…

‘Change Management’ is usually a term we hear in business, referring to the process of helping colleagues or employees through a time of change. But change management can be a useful tool in our personal relationships too.  There are lots…

Welcome to part two of my guide. In part one we looked at things which largely concerned you and your inner workings. It’s true that you’re a huge part in making you happy but you’re not the only factor and in this second and final part…

This is the first in a two part series dedicated to building and strengthening the love in your life. A lot of us are very stuck in our ways and we can find it difficult to change or adapt, which can lead to us alienating those around us…

Mental health is always a difficult area for discussion, as people do not recognise this as the same sort of wellness as a physical problem. Nevertheless, millions of people around the world suffer from mental health problems each year, and…

The wellbeing market seems so full of herbal supplements meant to improve physical functioning, that one could be forgiven for feeling utterly confused! Among the natural remedies thought to help cognitive performance, Bacopa extract is one…

One of the biggest problems associated with the treatment of mental health problems is that patients are often resistant to the idea of treatment. In order to understand that medication is required to help them get better, a patient needs…

Poor nutrition has a clear effect on our physical wellness, making it hard for us to concentrate and feel energetic if we're not eating well. Our diet also goes beyond our physical wellbeing though, and if we don't eat a varied diet we…

Agoraphobia is one of the more well-known mental health problems, but often people have misconceptions about what the symptoms of it actually are. It is commonly believed that sufferers of agoraphobia are afraid to leave their houses and,…

When someone has an overall feeling of wellness and mental health, and can deal with the pressures that life throws at them, it can be known as ‘mental wellness’.  It is separate to physical wellness in that it is a state of wellbeing that…

Recent studies have revealed that there is a strong link between dementia and diminished physical-performance amongst the elderly population. Whilst this may not be that surprising, the segment of the population affected by this are not…

Today’s frantic pace of life can often have a detrimental effect on health and wellbeing, and extended periods of time spent at work away from friends and loved ones can often result in an overwhelming feeling of isolation and loneliness.…

In the United States - a case in which an assistant football coach has been suffering from a mental health condition known as histrionic personality disorder has hit the headlines. Lawyers representing the coach - Jerry Sandusky, have…

As you are reading this on the internet, it’s pretty safe to assume that you spend a certain amount of time online. In today’s digital age it is normal to spend a decent length of time each day online, but how much is too much? A recent…

‘Brain power’ is a concept that we all want more of. The phrase refers to our IQ or intellectual ability, but also takes in our more sensitive mental processes, such as intuition. It has often been said that we utilise 2-10% of our brain’s…

In today’s increasingly pressurised and high-tech world, your brain is as likely to be subjected to as many other challenges as any other part of your body. In the last 15 years or so, the digital age has completely transformed the way we…

With most anxiety-based conditions, our wellness can be affected in small or large ways depending on the severity of the syndrome. This is true of agoraphobia, which many of us might think means we can't go outside without feeling panicky,…

A form of mental illness that can present enormous challenges for those who experience it is bi-polar disorder, also known as manic-depression. However despite its dramatic and often overwhelming effects, it is one of the most treatable…

The age old philosophical enquiry about human nature received unexpected help from neuroscientists at the University of Chicago last year. Researchers looking into the connection between emotion and morality have demonstrated that our…

Many people work in creative jobs, but it can be hard to keep the creativity flowing at times and the process can be frustrating. Sitting at a desk desperately trying to do a creative job can be bad for your mental health, and new research…

The decision to seek psychotherapy can be a difficult one, and often comes after a period of dissatisfaction with one’s life and behaviour patterns. Identifying your own need for psychological guidance does not mean you are admitting a…

Many of us are well aware of the properties of resveratrol, even if we don’t instantly recognise it by name. Resveratrol is the antioxidant found in the skin of red grapes and the reason behind the medical recommendation of drinking a glass…

Wellness is in large part affected by our emotions and how we feel. A variety of mental health problems can contribute to a serious decline in our emotional and physical wellbeing. There are various different ways of tackling mental health…

In a wellbeing market simply overflowing with natural supplements, we should not be surprised to find tree bark among the numerous herbal and floral remedies. Pine bark, known under the brand name Pycnogenol, has been used as a…