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Exam stress is very common and happens to most young people. Stress can be positive and can motivate young people to strive to do well. However, exam stress can begin to impact upon a young person’s mental health. It might affect young people in the following ways: Mood[…]
Read MoreAre you experiencing depression or low mood? Do you experience any of the following: Persistent sadness Lack of interest in activities which you usually enjoy Decreased energy Difficulty concentrating Changes in appetite Feeling frustrated or irritable Someone experiencing depression might have some of these symptoms above at different[…]
Read MoreWhen you lose someone, it can be extremely painful and can feel like a part of you has gone. Grieving is a natural process, and it is normal to go through a range of physical and emotional processes. You might experience feelings such as: Sadness/depression Shock/disbelief/denial Anxiety and[…]
Read MoreSelf-esteem is the way we value and perceive ourselves and is based on our beliefs and opinions about ourselves. There are a lot of things that can cause low self-esteem such as: Struggling with mental health challenges Being bullied at school Having problems at school or work Going[…]
Read MoreEating disorders affect both boys and girls, and the term itself is responsible for a vast spectrum of varying issues, all of which are categorised by an abnormal attitude towards food. Eating disorders are incredibly complex issues and are often not attributed to one particular underlying issue. In[…]
Read MoreLots of us are influenced by things around us such as social media. Social media does promote a so-called perfect figure. Do you feel yourself comparing your body with things you see every day? If you do, you’re not alone. It is a very common thing to do[…]
Read MoreParental separation can be a confusing and stressful time for everybody involved especially the children. For the children it can mean a change in routine to what they are used to and a complete change in family dynamics. Where it might be even more challenging for the child[…]
Read MoreIn working in schools over the past few weeks, it is apparent that pupils are experiencing high levels of anxiety which are affecting their attitude and performance at school. Most of these students cite the heavy workload and family stresses as the lead factors in their anxiety. Their[…]
Read MoreA model that is used within biology to describe how things evolve can be used to explain the evolution of anxiety within a child or young person. Using this model, I’m going to share four different ways that we can tackle anxiety. This comes from Tinbergen, who created[…]
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