It’s common for people to over indulge over the Christmas period and around this time of year you might be thinking enough of the eating and time to do some exercise to shed some of those extra kilos. If you already exercise that’s great but if you don’t then this might be due to lack …
The effects of childhood bullying can be devastating and without interventions can extend into adulthood. Let’s first understand bullying as aggressive behaviour or intentional harm-doing by peers that is carried out repeatedly and involves an imbalance of power, either actual or perceived, between the victim and the bully (Olweus 1993). Bullying can take the form of direct bullying, which includes …
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Following on from the previous blog which gave a clear indication that there are unhealthy consequences for too much screen for both children and adults, the next question you might be asking is how to limit and minimise screen time? Here are some suggestions of how to reduce your screen time to ensure you are …
It’s not really a surprise finding out that people spend an average of 10 hours a day using screens. Given that we are spending so much time on screens its good to know how this is affecting your health. Screen time affects us differently from childhood through to adulthood, so I will talk about the …
Screen time effects on health and wellbeing from childhood to adulthood. Read More »
The term ‘narcissism’ tends to be overworked these days and is often used to describe someone who is self-centred or ‘obnoxious’ but it’s important to remember there is a difference between someone having narcissist tendencies and someone who has a pathological diagnosis of Narcissistic Personality disorder (NPD). So when does a ‘self-centred’ and obnoxious’ person …
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Personality disorders are diagnosed in 40–60% of psychiatric patients, making them the most frequent of psychiatric diagnoses. So what are personality disorders? Personality disorders are a class of mental disorders characterised by patterns of behaviour, cognition and inner experience that are evident in almost all aspects of a person’s life. Those diagnosed with a personality …
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In the previous blog I talked about self-compassion, what it is and why it’s so important. If self-compassion isn’t something you regularly do or know how to do, then keep reading because in this blog I will give you some tips on how to practice self-compassion and make it apart of your life. Forgiveness; Do …
The concept of self-compassion sounds easy enough, but for some people it’s difficult to do. Most people have heard of the saying “you are your own worst critique” meaning it’s easier to find a minute mistake in our achievements, career, study, relationships, appearance, body image or financial status rather than compliment ourselves for an achievement. …
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According to the National Center for Mental Health Promotion and Youth Violence, 60% of adults have experienced trauma in their childhood. Experiencing childhood trauma affects people emotionally and the long-term effects can develop into disorders such as; depression, anxiety, suicidal behaviours, Post-traumatic stress disorder, anti-social behaviour, Borderline personality and dissociative disorders. However, experiencing childhood trauma …
Neuroplasticity and overcoming the effects of childhood trauma with mindfulness… Read More »
Bullying is a common occurrence in the workplace and can lead to mental health concerns, stress, and low productivity at work. It’s important to take appropriate steps to handle bullying at work to support your well-being. What is bullying. Workplace bullying is verbal, physical, social or psychological abuse by your employer (or manager), another person …
