In the UK, disabled people are almost twice as likely to be unemployed (6.9%) as non-disabled people (3.6%). In Scotland, people with mental illnesses and learning difficulties are now the largest proportion of the disabled population, with over 35% of disabled people claiming mental health issues as their main disability. Despite positive policy and action…
It’s the middle of July, which means lots of people are heading off on summer holidays. For autistic people, holidays can be difficult for various reasons, for example due to… changes in routine managing the unknown and uncertainty different foods travel may be overwhelming or anxiety-provoking due to noise or crowds not being able to…
After my last visit to the Autism Dogs farm in mid February – my anxiety had prevented me from being able to do Daisy’s public access and family training and they accommodated me wonderfully with a new co-created plan that we hoped would work better – it was about three weeks before Daisy was delivered….
Mental Wealth is what happens when you build something deeper. It’s not just about surviving the tough days — it’s about having the tools, the mindset, and the community to get through them well. It’s resilience with resources. Not just for the breakdown moments. For the everyday. This is about building mental health resilience and…
Dementia is a condition that can cause cognitive decline, affecting your thinking, remembering, and reasoning. These symptoms can vary and can cause mild to severe impairment in everyday life. Dementia can make it challenging for a person to regulate their emotions and may even lead to personality changes. It is not uncommon for those struggling…
The importance of and demand for mental health services is discussed everywhere: in news headlines, media copy, books, podcasts, and even workplaces. While recent years have shown an improvement in public sentiments around mental health, stigma around getting help still persists in many forms. One recent study found that prejudices and discrimination surrounding depression, for…
Mental health inpatient settings are characterised by their complexity and high-pressure nature. Nursing staff are tasked with supporting patients who may be in severe distress, often exhibiting signs of confusion, hopelessness, agitation, or unpredictable behaviours. In certain instances, service-users may be perceived as violent or as posing a risk of harm to themselves or others….
Strong marriages don’t just happen, they require intentional effort. These expert-backed marriage tips help build lasting emotional intimacy and commitment. As a licensed marriage and family therapist with 17 years of experience, I’ve witnessed countless couples transform their relationships using these ten foundational principles. 1. Prioritize Emotional Intimacy as Your Foundation Emotional intimacy serves as…
Fostering an air of acceptance not found on other social networking sites; The Tribe – Wellness Community has become a top destination for mental health support. Since 2006, we are fueled by the idea of creating safe, easy-to-navigate support communities for individuals facing various mental health illnesses, addictions, and diseases. Source link
Triangulation is a psychological manipulation tactic used when one member of a two-person conflict pulls in a third person to better control the situation. Triangulation refers to a manipulation tactic where one person uses a third party to control and divide relationships, often through indirect communication and confusion. It’s problematic because the third person is…