"November has tied me to an old dead tree... get word to April to rescue me," sang Tom Waits on his 1993 song, "November". Perhaps you can empathise.…

The NHS (NHS.uk) recommends and prescribes exercise as a treatment for depression and anxiety, as the evidence grows for its effectiveness in the tre…

We live in a consumerist society and constantly have to make decisions around budgeting and where to best direct our money. Coming up to Christmas ca…

Oh to feel chilled and not anxious, exhausted and overwhelmed. When the nights draw in and we turn our attention to the festive season feelings are m…

It's at this time of year that many people can experience an unexplained drop in mood, energy and optimism. We don't really know if it's to do with f…

If you suffer from depression, you will know that it can affect every aspect of your life. It can make daily and family life a struggle. Depression i…

I have decided to reflect on this issue for two reasons, the first reason being the recent news report (BBC, Guardian) that has shown that more than…

Seasonal affective disorder (also known as SAD) is a very common mental health disorder. It is a type of depression that people will only experience…

Flow states are best described as an optimal state of conscious awareness, where you feel fluid in body and mind, offering you a more continuous sens…

As a nation, we are often deprived of sunshine, even in the summer months. Most of our vitamin D is produced through direct exposure to the sun, henc…

When relationships end, it can be difficult, particularly if you did not want things to change. It may be that a romantic relationship is over, or th…

Do you sometimes, as a parent, worry about your child? Is he/she ok? Have you noticed that your child has become more withdrawn? Do you know their fr…