Dr Andy Zamar Joins The World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry (WFSBP) Task Force
We are delighted to announce that the Founder and Medical Director of The London Psychiatry Centre, Dr Andy Zamar, has been invited to join the World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry (WFSBP) task force on Neuroprogression in Psychiatric Disorders. ...
Combating Loneliness As A New Parent
While feelings of loneliness are common in new parents, brushing them under the carpet can lead to poorer mental health. We explain why new parents may feel lonely, and what to do in order to combat loneliness. ...
Improve Your Mindfulness With These 5 Easy Tips
Mindfulness can be practised in a variety of different ways, and what may work for one person might not work for another. If you are planning to improve your mindfulness, try some of our recommended exercises to see what works for you....
How To Support My Child’s Mental Health
According to an NHS Digital survey, children’s mental health has not improved since 2020, when the first lockdown of the COVID-19 pandemic was imposed in the UK. Probable mental health disorders in 6 to 16 year olds and 17 to 19 year olds have increased by 11.6% and 17.4% respectively since 2017, with rates in both age groups remaining the same between 2020 and 2021. As a parent or carer, there are things you can do to make this difficult time easier for your child(ren) in order to help support their mental health, such as creating opportunities to communicate their worries, engaging them in routine and being aware of the signs of depression and other mental health disorders. We explain more. ...
How To Say ‘No’ – And How It Can Help Your Mental Health
There are many reasons why we automatically say ‘yes’ in response to a social invitation: fear of missing out (FOMO); obligations to friends or family; pressure to keep up appearances; fear of being alone with oneself. Whatever the reason, this need to say ‘yes’ could be doing more harm than good to your mental health. In this article, we look at why we find it so hard to say ‘no’, the benefits of focusing on yourself, and even how to say ‘no’ when you find it tough to do so....
How To Use Self Care To Improve Your Mental Health – It’s Not All Blow-Dries & Spa Days
The words ‘self care’ are bandied around a lot these days, so much so that it has become one of the latest buzzwords in the media. However, while much of the coverage surrounding self care links to bubble baths, blow-dries and spa days – activities that may bring physical and mental relaxation in the short term – there is much to be said for exercises that target mental health with the aim of improving wellbeing in the long term. Learn how you can engage in self care to really benefit your mental wellbeing....
What Is OCD? We Talk Myths, Misconceptions & Treatments
Around 750,000 people in the UK are living with severe OCD that impacts everyday life. The misinformation and portrayal of this condition in the media can lead a person who suffers from OCD to feel alienated, frustrated and misunderstood. Here, we take a look at the myths and explain what OCD really is....
Mental Health And Motherhood: Why Mums Need More Support
Perinatal mental illnesses affect 10 to 20% of women during pregnancy or in the first year after giving birth. In this blog post, we explore the different perinatal mental health issues that new mothers may face, as well as the causes, how to help, and more. ...
Loneliness and Mental Health – What To Do If You Feel Lonely At Work
We often associate loneliness with the elderly or those who have undergone bereavement; however, while this is often true for people in these circumstances, loneliness is not exclusive to these groups. Often, it can affect those with busy lives, high flying jobs and buzzing social circles....
Nature And Mental Health: How Nature Can Improve Your Mental Health
As Mental Health Awareness Week takes place across the UK, we look at this year’s theme of ‘nature’, and how it can make a difference to mental wellbeing. ...
