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What's going on in your mind and what you can do about it Whether you've been in an accident or it's crept up on you over time, anxiety over driving can be a debilitating condition. Not driving at all means a loss of independence. It constricts your...

Phobias (from the Greek word for fear, Phobos) are categorised as anxiety disorders. While anxiety is a normal response to the possibility of the existence of danger, it’s 'fight or flight' mechanism can also spiral out of proportion to a...

Many people enjoy a nightcap to 'help them relax and forget about the rubbish from that day', but do people realise the effect this nightcap is having on their sleep quality and, subsequently, their mental health? The research documented in the book...

We may not have caused our problems, but we do have a responsibility to change things for the better. Looking after ourselves to improve or restore our physical and mental health, treating or preventing disease, is our responsibility, and no one...

When you think about hypnotherapy, you may think about stopping smoking, losing weight, or helping with anxiety. Using it to help control high blood pressure may not immediately come to mind, however high blood pressure (or hypertension) can often...

Are you happy? If I asked you if you are happy, what would you say? Yes, no, sometimes, never, always? When people are asked what they want for their children, their partners, or their friends, it’s usually, "I just want them to be...

Are you wondering if what you’re going through may be caused by anxiety? It can be hard to tell, as anxiety can show up in lots of different ways, so I’m not surprised you may be confused. Let me tell you how to recognise it, and give...

When you feel anxious or panicky, the symptoms can be terrifying. They can include tightness in the chest, rapid breathing, raised heart rate, and dizziness. Anxiety is usually caused by a build-up of adrenaline which your body can’t cope with...

If you have anxiety, you’ll know that it can affect you any time of year. For many, summer brings unique challenges, especially if you experience panic attacks or agoraphobia.  The temperature itself can trigger fears of passing out, BBQs and other...