COVID 19, lockdown and mental health

The COVID 19 pandemic not only brings significant physical health issues for some people but it may also be having a significant effect upon mental health.

Factors such as job losses, bereavements, financial concerns, stress and anxieties are all implicated in the development of mental health issues.

Read more to find out what you can do to reduce the impact of COVID 19 on mental health.

Stress, stress and more stress!

What does the word stress mean to you? Would you say you are stressed? If you answered yes, then you are not alone.

Statistics show that around 75% of adults in the UK feel stressed or overwhelmed and, due to the current pandemic, these figures are likely to increase in the future.

Stress can have a variety of effects on the body and it is one of the leading contributors to mental health problems.

So, where do you start with stress management? Read more to find out.

How to cope with redundancy

Many people will face the reality of redundancy and it is a sad fact that redundancy is on the rise.

Losing a job can be difficult and it not only brings financial pressures, a lack of stability and a sense of dread but also mental health issues.

The chronic stress that accompanies redundancy may bring many symptoms and having a clear and positive strategy for coping may help to build a strong coping mechanism.

Find out what steps you can take here.