We all experience low moods every now and then, but if you’ve noticed changes to your mental health during the winter months, you might be struggling with SAD.
Hormones have a huge impact on our bodies and brains, and therefore, our mood, so it makes sense that as our hormones change, so does our state of mind.
The relationship between hormones and mental health
Understanding SAD in the Summer
Although you might not be able to control whether or not you feel anxious when you wake up, you are in charge of how you react to it - you can choose not to let it ruin or define your day.
Anxiety and sleep problems often go hand-in-hand. Research shows that between 24% to 36% of people with insomnia have an anxiety disorder.
When we don’t get enough sleep, or good quality sleep, this can have a serious impact on our lives and our physical and mental health. Find out more in this blog.
The power of sleep is being celebrated on World Sleep Day, which takes place on 15th March. It’s important that we recognise the link between sleep and health, and address the sleep gap between certain groups.
When we’re feeling anxious, we’re told to relax. But what about if relaxation doesn’t work and you actually feel more anxious? If this sounds familiar, you may be experiencing relaxation induced anxiety.
We all worry about things from time to time, but what about when those worries start taking over your life? We explore signs that your mental health may be affected by a worry or negative thought spiral.
Have you noticed a change in a friend or family member’s behaviour or mindset? Maybe they’re isolating themselves, worrying more than usual or acting erratically. Here are some tips on how you can support them.
Sometimes, the news can feel overwhelming, whether that’s down to disaster headlines that are designed to suck us in, or the sheer volume of information that comes our way.