This article by Neuroscience news discusses the difficult to accept point that perhaps we are not designed to be happy. I think this makes a lot of sense to me and certainly seems to explain why we struggle to be happy. From a survival point of view it makes more sense for us to be…
The mask of ‘smiling depression’
The following article by Olivia Remes discusses ‘smiling depression’. In clinical practice this term would not be used diagnostically, however I do think that it is a helpful way of describing a certain depressive coping style. ‘Smiling depression’: it’s possible to be depressed while appearing happy – here’s why that’s particularly dangerous Putting on a…
I’m worried, what should I do?
What should I do if I’m struggling, worried, or trapped in behaviours I don’t know how to get out of? Physical and mental health should be considered equally, and we are, I believe, getting much better at understanding this. But it can be difficult to know when and how to seek help, particularly if the…
The problem of Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a condition that can affect mental health, sometimes in quite severe ways. It’s hard to ignore and there’s no current cure for the condition. Therapy can help people to manage their symptoms and the associated frustration and depression that can result from this debilitating condition. Stress is thought to make tinnitus worse therefore…
Find out your good mental health score | Mental Health Foundation
Find out your good mental health score compared to the national average by taking our short survey. Source: Find out your good mental health score | Mental Health Foundation
Choosing a therapist
Who, What, How? There are so many different types of therapists; counsellors, psychotherapists, psychologists, psychological therapists, addiction therapists, and of course psychiatrists who are not really therapists but medical doctors who specialise in psychiatric (mental health) disorders. It’s confusing but I’d like to guide you through this. Who should I see? It’s important that the…
A positive example of an open approach to mental health in the music industry
This discussion between Ellie Giles, who manages Bill Ryder-Jones, and Ryan Bassil gives a positive example of how to manage mental health in the music industry. Ellie is honest about her own limits and clear with her own self care so that she can be present when needed for her artist. She briefly discusses the…
