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04Jul

Is There a Relationship Between Narcissism and Body Dysmorphic Disorder?

Emma Kilburn

BDD, body, bodydysmorphicdisorder, bodyimage, childhood, narcissism

Mind

In psychoanalytic terms, narcissism can develop as a defence against early rejection. Emma Kilburn considers where this definition of narcissism overlaps with her experience of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
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28Jun

How to Prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders

Olga Chernyavska

body, chronicpain, disability, exercise, health, work

Therapists

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are more common than you might think, and can have a huge mental health impact. Counsellor Olga Chernyavska, specialist in working with physical disability, explores how MSD happen and how they can be avoided.
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06Jun

Earthing: The Benefits of Being Barefoot

Fiona Austin - Anxiety and Relationship solutions

body, health, nature, seasons, wellbeing

Therapists

Earthing is the practice of being in direct contact with the earth; it can significantly reduce stress, says therapist Fiona Austin. The benefits of being barefoot are huge for mental and physical health, so why not give this simple practice a try to reduce anxiety?
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24May

Running Helps Me Manage Anxiety: Could It Help You Too?

Lisa Blake

anxiety, body, exercise, health, panicattacks

Therapists

Counsellor Lisa Blake found that running helped her manage anxious feelings. Here she explores the benefits of exercise for mental health.
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16May

The Menopause and Letting Go of Old Identities

Kate Codrington

body, health, identity, menopause, middleage, midlife, women

Body

The menopause is often a powerful process of change. Menopause mentor and author Kate Codrington explores the benefit of letting go of old identities that no longer serve you.
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21Apr

Bradley Wiggins: Grooming, Abuse, and How Trauma is Stored in the Body

Andrew Keefe

abuse, body, CSA, mensmentalhealth, sport, trauma

Therapists

Olympic Champion Bradley Wiggins has recently opened up about being sexually groomed as a teenager. Psychotherapist Andrew Keefe explores the lasting impact of abuse and trauma on the body.
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14Apr

The Anxiety Loop and How to Escape It

Laurie Castelli-Gair

anxiety, body

Therapists

Rates of anxiety are on the up, as are rates of prescription medication to help people cope. Psychotherapist Laurie Castelli-Gair offers some tips to help you find relief from anxious feelings.
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23Mar

Are You Listening to Your Body Yet?

Lizzie Slowe

body, health, mindfulness

Body

It can be easy for us to stay in our heads, but by doing so we're missing out on the vital information our body can give us. Chi Kung Master Lizzie Slowe explores the richness of body awareness.
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28Feb

Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2022: A Therapist and A Client Share Their Expertise

Alice McGurran

anorexia, bingeeating, body, bulimia, eatingdisorders, health

Mind

Alice McGurran speaks to eating disorder specialist therapist Harriet Frew and founder of #dumpthescales campaign Hope Virgo for Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2022.
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21Feb

7 Tips to Help Your Body Recover from Pandemic-Related Chronic Stress

Wendy Padley

anxiety, body, coronavirus, society, stress, tips, uncertainty

Therapists

The chronic stress experienced as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic can cause a multitude of other mental health challenges. Therapist Wendy Padley offers stress-busting tips to help you and your body find calm.
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