A reflective listener tries to respond to feelings, not just to content. Feelings emerge in the emotional tone that the speaker expresses, such as an…

A new report highlights poor mental health care for pregnant women and the costly repercussions.

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Dealing with conflict in a healthy way is key to lasting relationships.

One of the strange things in a long-term relationship is that we often see our partner as our best friend, but paradoxically, we find it’s difficult…

New research highlights the extent of poor body image and low self-esteem in people today.

There are some subjects that seem just too difficult, shameful or embarrassing to discuss. Sexuality is an obvious one. Death is another. And we‘re o…

For many of us, it can seem impossible trying to fit mindfulness practice into our lives, but it is easier than you think.

A scathing report by the Care Quality Commission reveals that every dementia sufferer is at risk of experiencing unacceptable levels of care.

Relationship counselling can seem like a big step for any couple. Many couples will go through their fair share of disagreements and fights in their…

Research has shown that our way of relating to significant others in adulthood is likely to be influenced by the early bonds, otherwise known as atta…

A pill could help heavy drinkers cut back when combined with psychological therapy.