A Clinical Psychologist’s Guide to Understanding Mental Health

Trusted advice and proven tips for improving mental health and reducing stress

Mental Health Blog

Let’s talk about suicide

On September 10th, the world came together for World Suicide Prevention Day, shining a light on a pressing issue. With the theme of "Creating Hope Through Action," the focus was on understanding the causes of suicide and its profound impact on individuals and their loved ones. Suicidal thoughts can stem from various factors, such as overwhelming difficulties, strained relationships, guilt, or grief. Often, it becomes a last resort for those who feel trapped or alone. But help is available, and it's essential to address wider mental health issues, like PTSD, anxiety, and depression, which can arise from the loss of a loved one to suicide. Together, we can support each other and find the tools to create a brighter future.

How to cope with back-to-school stress

September marks the back-to-school period for many children across the UK and the end of six weeks of holiday time for parents. However, whilst it is a sigh of relief for children to go back to school for many, the end of the summer holiday stress can be just the start of a new set of pressures that comes with new term time.

Where to look for inspiration when nothing seems to work

Inspiration comes and goes, and for creatives, it can be particularly stressful if they hit a wall, coming up blank with innovative ideas, normally when needed most. This lack of inspiration can lead to someone experiencing anxiety and other bad mental health issues. Read here with some helpful tips to find inspiration when inspiration seems lost.

Your core beliefs shape your world, but they are not always right

It is easier for us to admit when our thoughts and feelings are causing us harm than when our Core beliefs are. Our thoughts and feelings eventually tend to attract the attention of ourselves and others.