Dissatisfaction at work will affect most of us at one time or another, but what are the effects of a horrible work environment on your health and what can be done?

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stress

work issues

How working a horrible job might actually endanger your health. 

One would think that the modern, interconnected world we live in has brought us closer together. However, the feeling of loneliness is as present as ever, with social media being one of the prime culprits.

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social anxiety

identity crisis

depression

loneliness

self-confidence

Recognizing the impact of social media on loneliness

Mental health disorders like depression and anxiety are fast becoming some of the most common health issues in the world, yet we still lack the language to talk about them.

panic anxiety

self-worth

This is what Depression feels like

Mental illness can take a huge toll on society and individuals, World Mental Health Day highlights a need for investment.

chronic disease

life crisis

Mental Health and the Pandemic

As the days shorten we can experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): but it’s worth taking the Winter Blues seriously. 

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The Winter Blues: Seasonal Affective Disorder

Why is a healthy body image so important? A negative body image can also lead to low self-esteem and a range of other problems.

eating disorder

Unrealistic Standards of Beauty  

In contrast to other forms of therapy, MCT is concerned with how a person thinks rather than what a person thinks.

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Thinking about thinking: What is Metacognitive Therapy?

Some of the most common ways that our rational thoughts can be lead astray.

Five Common Cognitive Biases 

What does it mean to be socially anxious and how can we take care of ourselves and others who experience the disorder?

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Social Anxiety

Anxiety can be incredibly varied in its triggers and effects. Its symptoms can be debilitating: feelings of intense dread, fear, impending danger, accelerated heart rate, and hyperventilation. 

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5 symptoms of Anxiety which you haven’t heard of ...yet

Mental health problems are some of the most common medical issues on the planet. But how much do you really know about some of the fastest rising health conditions affecting the world?

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trauma

5 things you might not know about mental health

Stress is one of the most common disorders in the world along with depression and anxiety. But did you know it can have a multitude of different physical effects?

5 physical effects of stress that you might not know about

Brain plasticity describes your brain’s ability to adapt to new challenges; to learn, grow and acquire new skills.

Brain Plasticity

Have you ever felt like you were losing your identity? How did this become your life? And what can you do to change it?

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What is an Identity Crisis?

Gudmundur Ebenezer, CEO of Lifekeys, "My father disappeared out of my life when I was only 7 years old, but it was only much later in life that I learned the reasons why."

family issues

Gudmundur Ebenezer: What drives us at Lifekeys?

We all think we know who we are, but do we know how that identity is created, shaped and formed?

existential crisis

How is identity formed?

Stress: our fight-or-flight mechanism. Whilst it may have evolved to ward off predators rather than spreadsheets, its causes can be similar.

Learning to embrace your inner Hulk 

Trichotillomania is a compulsive hair-pulling disorder that is often thought to be anxiety-related.

Trichotillomania

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can have many different symptoms and can take years to show. If untreated, it can lead to other complications and mental disorders.

PTSD

accidents

injury

PTSD is more than reliving a traumatic event

Even though mental health problems are something that many of our friends and family will experience at some point, it can be difficult to raise the issue with them.

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Supporting a friend with a mental health problem

Moving to a new country can be a life changing decision. But for all its positive aspects, it can still be a stressful experience for many. So how can you look after your mental health when moving abroad?

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Checking in on your mental health abroad

How much do you know about Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - often referred to as CBT? A look at one of the most successful and widely used forms of psychotherapy. 

What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

Difficulty sleeping is one of the most widespread symptoms of mental health disorders. Here are some quick and easy sleep tips to help you get a better night's rest.

The 5 easiest things you can do to sleep better

Mental health terminology can often feel opaque. Could you tell the difference between a therapist and a psychologist?

Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Therapists: Could you explain the difference?

Stress is something we face every day: from minor challenges to major crises. But the truth is we can do more than we might think. 

Stress Relief

How we communicate with others at work can have a big impact on our long term mental health as well as career. 

Communication at work: Aggression, Submission and Assertiveness

We all know how it feels to have two hours to do three hours worth of work. So how can we use our time to reduce stress?

Stressing the need for better time management

Loss is an unfortunate but unavoidable part of the human condition, but how can we deal with it when the time comes? 

grief

Dealing with Grief

The longer it's left to smoulder, the more serious these consequences can become. With that in mind, it's good to be able to spot the beginning signs of burnout and take action early.

The Signs of Burnout

Many of us can relate to feeling run down and under pressure. So, what are some of the strategies that you can use to handle stress?

Coping with Stress 

When people think of being single, often they imagine loneliness, sadness, and a longing for companionship, but the reality can be very different.

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relationship issues

Why blocking your ex might be the best decision you make all day

Pets can offer us company and companionship. But did you know how mankind's best friends can help our struggles with mental health?

Did you know pets can improve your mental heath?

Postpartum depression affects roughly 1 in 10 new parents, but it's often underreported and many new parents can find it difficult to cope with the stresses of having a new child.

parenting

What they don’t tell you about having a child.

Mythomania, or pathological lying is the compulsive and habitual tendency to tell lies - often without a clear reason.

addiction

dependency

Do you know a Pathological Liar?

Loneliness can have a variety of effects on not just our mental, but our physical health as well. 

Recognizing the impact of loneliness

Experiencing infidelity in a committed relationship can be complicated, hurtful and, more often than not; heart-breaking.

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sexual issues

Infidelity

Those who have experienced emotional deprivation often feel that “something is missing in their life, but they are not sure what.” 

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