Mental health blog articles

Outlining how bipolar disorder and anger are linked, and ways to defuse anger when it appears.

Here, we provide five top tips on how you can focus on your psychological wellbeing in the New Year, resulting in long-lasting benefits.

It can be upsetting to watch your child struggle with panic attacks. You may feel helpless, and not know where to turn, or what to do for the best. However, it’s important to know that you’re not alone, and there are steps you can take to help your child.

Here, we outline why you might get panic attacks and night and how to manage them.

For many people, divorce is a stressful life event that can negatively affect your mental health. Here, our experts explore how you can deal with the difficulties of a marriage breaking down.

Here, we provide some self-help tips for dealing with anxiety at uni to help you stay on track.

While the transition is undoubtedly a positive experience for the child as they grow into independent adults, it can be painful for the parent, as ‘empty nest syndrome’ can leave you feeling sad and lonely as you let them go.

Some people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) turn to alcohol to numb or avoid a past that's continuing to disrupt their lives. However, using alcohol to dampen feelings and experiences can cause a whole range of additional problems.

CBT is one of the most effective treatments for depression – this is why.

Here, Dr Paul McLaren, Consultant Psychiatrist at Priory, talks through how best to raise the issues with your employer if you're struggling with your mental health at work.

To cure body dysmorphia, some go under the knife and make changes to their appearance. However, having body dysmorphia and plastic surgery can be risky.