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Dealing with mental illness
BBC — Have you ever worried excessively, felt depressed or anxious without knowing why, felt someone was a threat to your wellbeing, thought about suicide as an escape - or abused alcohol or drugs to self-treat a psychological problem? Mental disorders ...More…
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Who can help?
BBC — There may be a time when your family and friends don't have the expertise to help - and you might wonder where to turn next. This section explains some of the individual therapies available and the terms associated with them and their ...More…
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A good state of mind
BBC — Emotional wellbeing is about how we feel, think and behave. Nobody feels blissfully happy, thinks positive thoughts and behaves sensibly all the time - but if you're in a generally good state of mind, it's much easier to enjoy life. Looking after ...More…
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Those little white pills...
BBC — At times, medication may be necessary. Almost all drugs have side effects, ranging from lethargy and headaches to dizziness and restlessness. To make informed choices, it's very important to be aware of their usefulness and what side effects may ...More…
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Anxiety, panic and phobias
BBC — The symptoms of anxiety disorder, panic attacks and phobias. We all feel anxious from time to time - it's a part of normal life. But, for one in ten people, their anxiety is so bad it dominates their life. Panic and phobias are ways in which ...More…
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The role of medicines
BBC — While the influence of psychological and social factors in mental illness are increasingly acknowledged, medicines have a role to play in helping to alleviate symptoms. Medicines can reduce the number and severity of symptoms experienced by ...More…
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Achieving a balance
BBC — We all have to deal with traumatic events from time to time - it's part of life - but as unique individuals we each have different ways of coping. While some of us have the capacity to overcome these events easily, others may find them more of a ...More…
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Drug use and addiction
BBC — People who are dependent on drugs usually use them to feel better, but drug abuse can have dire consequences. James Tighe explains how to identify your addictions and get help. The use of chemicals to alter the way we feel and see things is one ...More…