Do you know how the weather can affect your mood?

Blue sky

It may come as no surprise that the weather can affect our mood and emotions. For several years, people have been diagnosed as suffering from SAD (seasonal affective disorder), while many experts also believe that cold or hot temperatures can drain our energy and tamper with our sleeping patterns, respectively. Here, we’ll look at how … Read more

Diagnosed with Depression or Anxiety? Here’s What You Need to Know

Anxiety

Mental health issues are thought to affect around 1 in 4 adults in the UK at some point during their lifetimes. Some studies suggest that rates of mental health issues are on the rise, although whether this is a side effect of our modern society or the result of better diagnosing, is still much debated. … Read more

The facts on young people’s mental health

MQ Mental Health Infographic

Sadly mental health is STILL something which has a stigma attached to it. So when I came across this useful infographic created through mental health research I wanted to share it with my readers. As a parent of young children, I worry about their future and how the path of their lives will shape them. … Read more