Author: Kitty Hawkes
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Getting Better
Sometimes it’s great to talk about those who are getting better. It may feel like you’ve been lost in the woods with all the anxiety that has troubled your past, but now you see an opening where things may seem that bit brighter and lighter. Getting better is a natural thing, and something we must…
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ARFID
“A lot of people don’t understand and just think he’s fussy and doing it for attention”. Anxiety can manifest itself into many different physical ailments. If you have ever experienced high amounts of stress this is something I’m sure you can relate to. Feeling hot, feeling cold, having stomach issues, getting headaches, feeling not real……
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A chat about caring for someone with anxiety
At one point in our life we will encounter someone close to us who is dealing with anxiety. Whether it be the stress of life, work, relationships etc or someone who is dealing with crippling anxiety, we as humans strive to do our best in helping someone fight their battles with their thoughts. Today’s post…
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Health anxiety and taking medications
Taking medication to better your mental health can be absolutely terrifying for those who suffer with health anxiety. In fact, not just for your mental health but any form of medication to make yourself feel better, from ibuprofen to antibiotics can cause even more anxiety than the initial problem. It’s a double edged sword taking…
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Emetophobia: what is it like to live with it?
We are all sick at some point in our lives. Whether it be as a baby, catching a bug, drinking too much or bad reaction to some dodgy food. Most people in life think this is an unpleasant normality. But for some, this is one of the scariest things in the world. Emetophobia is the…
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rTMS
RTMS, or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is a noninvasive treatment for anxiety and depression. The procedure uses a magnetic coil to alter brain activity, targeting specific areas associated with these conditions. While side effects are minimal, results may not be immediate. Personal support and managed expectations are key during the treatment.
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Panic attacks: what are they and how to deal with them
There are many ways to combat panic attacks, but we have found that there are so many different opinions and advice out there, that sometimes it can feel overwhelming. When having a panic attack it’s extremely hard to remember all the grounding techniques, breathing exercises and focusing on the positives. Panic attacks are a type…
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Simple Steps
Sometimes the world can be an overwhelming place to function in. It can feel as if everything is caving in on itself, only leaving you a small amount of room to breathe and feel alive. When experiencing severe bouts of anxiety, one can be confined to such small places, not just physically but also mentally.…
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Agoraphobia
Anxiety manifests in so many different ways, at times manifesting into new phobias which can make your condition seem worse. One of which being Agoraphobia which is extremely common. Agoraphobia is the extreme or irrational fear of entering open or crowded places, of leaving one’s own home, or being in places from which escape is…
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