Tag: Advice
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD); Symptoms and Treatment
Now that the days are shorter and we are heading in to winter, you might find your mood has become slightly negative. This could especially be the case with those who are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). So, what exactly is this disorder, and how common is it? According to Mike Wilkins, who is…
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What Does It Really Mean To Be ‘Sober Curious’?
Have you ever questioned your relationship with alcohol and wondered if giving it up may have a positive impact on your life, your mental and physical wellbeing? If you answered yes, then you are ‘sober curious’. Sober curiosity is often defined as having the option to choose, to question, or to change your drinking habits…
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The Ugly Truth: PCOS and Endometriosis
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a very common disease which, according to Bon Secours Health System, can cause “period problems, reduced fertility, excess hair growth and acne”. Globally, up to one in ten women suffer with this condition and many are overweight. Treatment includes weight loss (if you are overweight) and lifestyle changes in addition…