Ikigai is a Japanese concept that has gained worldwide attention of late. It originates in the Pacific island of Okinawa, which has one of the longest life expectancies of anywhere in the world. While it seems unlikely that – as certain people have claimed – ikigai is a panacea for longevity, it might provide a […]
We all have the the occasional restless night, and sometimes this can carry on for more than just the odd single night. But if you find yourself tossing and turning on a regular basis you might be worrying whether you have a sleep disorder that requires expert advice. A disturbed sleeping pattern can have a […]
Stress is endemic in society, with 75% of people saying that they ‘felt so stressed they could not cope’ at some point in the last year. While we often think of stress as being purely mental, there are also physical signs that we may be stressed. By understanding the philosophy and science behind emotion we can gain […]
Having a panic attack is fairly common, with around 20% of people being affected by a panic attack at some point in their life. They can be extremely scary and unpleasant. It is important, particularly if your friends or family suffer from anxiety, that you have an idea of how you can help someone if they […]
Sometimes people take the terms counselling and psychotherapy to mean the same thing. This is perfectly understandable – after all the language around therapy is full of overlapping, interchangeable and even nonsensical words. While we’ve addressed the difference between psychology, psychiatry and psychotherapy previously, it’s also important to explain the subtle differences that make counselling a distinct […]
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