When saying “I’m fine” just isn’t enough

How many people ask you ‘‘How are you?” each day? Three or four? Ten? Dozens? And how many of them are genuinely inquiring about your welfare?

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Seasonal Affective Disorder – Beating the Winter Blues

At this time of year, as the nights draw in, some people experience a drop in mood, reduced enjoyment of activities that they usually enjoy engaging in, and perhaps a sense of lethargy and sleepiness in the daytime. Their sleep may also be affected, either needing a longer sleep duration or more difficulties sleeping, giving rise to insomnia in some cases. Coupled with this, they might also experience cravings for sugary foods, and gain weight.

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Trauma: a survival guide

People who have experienced trauma often refer to themselves as survivors. The word ‘survivor’ is aptly chosen: it acknowledges the gravity of the situation and the extent of its impact on a person. It also shows there is life after trauma, and that survivors move on and continue to live fulfilling lives. For some survivors not letting a disturbing or traumatic events change their life irreparably is a goal in itself.

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What is psychological therapy

With so many types of therapy available out there, how can we choose what is right for us? The following short passages illustrate the main types of therapy to help you chose what is best for you.

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