When Should You Ask for Help?

Depression is a complex mental health issue that...

Anxiety: 3 Dietary Supplements Which Are Most Beneficial

The three dietary supplements that are most effective for treating anxiety. Dietary supplements which contain passionflower, kava or combinations of L-lysine and L-arginine can help reduce anxiety, according to a review published in the Nutrition Journal. The supplements generally had mild to moderate effects without producing any serious side-effects. The review included results from 24 separate studies with over 2,000 participants. The researchers also concluded that St John’s Wort and magnesium were not effective in treating anxiety (Lakhan & Vieira, 2010). Dr Shaheen Lakhan, the study’s first author, said: “Our

How to Navigate Challenging Life Transitions

When we’re young, life transitions are fun and...

The Top 10 Regrets People Have About Their Lives

The smouldering regret that is most widespread won’t surprise you. Romantic regrets are the most common type, research finds. Among women, regrets about romance were twice as common as among men. For men, work regrets were most widespread. Other common areas of regret included financial decisions, parenting mistakes, missed educational opportunities and family arguments. Professor Neal Roese, an author of this study, said: “We found that one’s life circumstances, such as accomplishments or shortcomings, inject considerable fuel into the fires of regret. Although regret is painful, it is an essential

What is a Dual Diagnosis?

What is a Dual Diagnosis?

There are times when a person is diagnosed with a mental health issue, such as depression or anxiety. Other times, someone might be diagnosed as having a substance abuse issue. When someone has both a mental health issue and a substance abuse issue, we call it a dual...