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Breaking Down Mental Health Terms: What is High-Functioning Anxiety?

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Up until a few years ago, I hadn’t heard of the term high-functioning anxiety. To me, anxiety was something that got in the way of functioning. The idea of a high-functioning version of mental health challenges is new to me, so I decided to do some research. What is High-Functioning Anxiety?

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Managing Self-Awareness and Mental Health

My Brains Not Broken

The common thread is that I’ve never been with one therapist long enough to making any long-term changes – until now. And now that I’m noticing some things about myself and how mental health affects my life, I’m facing a new challenge. So, what is self-awareness?

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Nurse Depression and Anxiety: Stopping the Mental Health Crisis

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They are also exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and burnout, which can take a toll on their mental health. In this article, we’ll look at what causes elevated levels of nurse depression and anxiety, how nurses can help themselves and each other, and how healthcare leaders can support their nurses’ mental health.

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What Anxiety Feels Like: Practical Strategies For Managing Anxiety

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Anxiety is a prevalent mental health condition characterized by feelings of worry, fear, and unease. It’s essential to recognize that anxiety is a normal human emotion and serves as a protective mechanism in threatening situations. Anxiety can also manifest in more unexpected ways.

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Mental Health Community Reacts: Conservatives Cause Concern

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One week ago, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak gave a speech causing concern when it comes to words he used about mental health. Language can be powerful, particularly in regards to mental health conditions. The Conservatives recent rhetoric has provoked a strong response from charity sector leaders and health organisations.

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The economic benefits of LENS treatment for people with anxiety

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New research from MQ and Pro Bono Economics has found that if a new treatment for anxiety, called LENS, were rolled out to the 1.4 Anxiety disorders affect large parts of the population and their impact can be debilitating. Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is one of the most common anxiety conditions.

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How to Choose a Therapist: Tips and Fits

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Although many people may still feel that there is a stigma attached to seeking mental health services, we all need help from time to time. It is essentially a helping relationship between a licensed mental health professional and a client. In this article, we’ll discuss how to choose the right therapist for you.