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.
High-functioning anxiety isn’t a formal diagnosis, rather it’s a way that anxiety can manifest itself. However, that doesn’t mean that it’s not a serious issue with real consequences on your mental health.
If a mental health issue is left unmanaged, it's likely the problem will get worse. Recognising a mental health condition early on means you can put steps in place before it impacts your quality of life.
There’s nothing like a good night’s sleep. Most of us have heard this phrase many times throughout our lives and it’s true. But why is sleep so important, and exactly how does it impact our mental wellbeing?
We all have restless nights now and again, but some people regularly have problems with their sleep, and this is known as insomnia. Not getting enough rest can have a significant impact on our mental health.
Getting enough sleep – and sufficient quality – is important for maintaining good mental health. If you're having sleep issues, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) has been shown to work well as a treatment.
Have you ever woken after a good night’s sleep with a fresh perspective on a problem or tough decision? The impact quality sleep can have on our mental health is being highlighted on World Sleep Day (18 March 2022).