How to manage at Christmas time

The month of December and the lead up to Christmas time are very hectic for many people. The end of year is typically a time for people to try to get as much done as possible before the New Year. December is full of Christmas parties, late nights, decorating, shopping...

Therapy

At some point in our lives, we will experience situations which we may struggle to navigate on our own. The purpose of therapy is, with the assistance of a trained professional, for the individual to understand the situation and learn to resolve the concern (s) or...

What next?

The 10th of October each year is designated as World Mental Health Day. There is a designated day for almost anything-sisters, siblings, twins, mothers, fathers, grandparents, cousins, friendship, left-handers, albums, chocolate, happiness and cheeseburgers. Some of...

Mindfulness – what is on your mind?

Mindfulness is the practice of purposely focusing one’s attention on the present moment. It has ancient origins and is derived from sati, a fundamental part of Buddhist traditions, and is based on Zen, Vipassanā, and Tibetan meditation techniques. Professor Mark...

Who gives first aid to the first aider?

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a recognised education and training programme that started in Australia in 2001 and its practice has spread to countries including the United Kingdom and Canada. According to MHFA England, its core aim is “achieved by delivering...

Mental health and finances

One of the possible symptoms of a mental health condition, e.g. bipolar disorder and schizoaffective disorder, especially during periods of hypomania or mania, is overspending. Hypomania and mania are periods of over-active and excitable behaviour that have a...