“You can die of a broken heart.” According to American Heart Association, the broken heart syndrome is real. It’s a stress-induced cardiomyopathy that can affect anyone regardless of health condition. The syndrome is characterized by sudden, intense chest pain which…
The term hypnosis has been around since 1840s but its technique has only been used centuries later. Despite the studies proving its effectiveness and the growing popularity of hypnotherapy, it still remains as a controversial method especially in Psychiatry. Some…
A phobia is a form of anxiety disorder affecting about 1 in 23 people. In the U.K., it is estimated that about 2.5 million people suffered from phobias. While these phobias may seem silly for some but for those affected…
Many of us are aware that we have what is called the subconscious mind but only a few of us make the most of it. This is unfortunate as we can harness the power of the subconscious mind through visualization…
A 2013 study from the British Soft Drinks Association revealed that there’s a reduction on Brits’ consumption of sugar-laden sodas. While this could be good news, it was found out that Brits are swapping sodas for smoothies and fruit juices…
In April of this year, a woman named Amber Smith posted a picture of herself before and after a panic attack. Her post, which had been shared by thousands of people, is meant to urge those who are suffering from…
Obesity and mental health issues seem to go hand in hand. In the 1970 British Birth Cohort Study, it was found out that subjects with lower self-esteem tend to be fatter as adults compared to those with higher self-esteem. In…
“I am never good enough.” How many times do we tell this to ourselves? Negative self-talk rarely motivates us. What it does instead is create a reality on its own and makes us incapable of doing or changing certain things.…
According to The Sun, 1 in 6 Brits have not done any regular exercise for at least 10 years. Having a sedentary lifestyle has its consequences. It is linked to an increase risk in cancer, diabetes, cognitive decline, and heart…
Smoking accounts for about 100,000 deaths per year in the United Kingdom. In 2012 and 2013, it was estimated that 5% of hospital admissions of adults aged 35 and older are due to smoking. While most smokers are aware of…