Sleep, Stress & Anxiety
ANXIETYEveryone worries from time to time, but if your level of stress or fear is greater than warranted by the circumstances, anxiety may be a problem for you. Read more... |
DEPRESSIONDepression is a serious illness that is far more common than most people think, affecting about 20% of us at some stage in our lives. If you suffer from depression, there's no need to be embarrassed or ashamed. Help is available, and the first step to turning things around is to consult your healthcare professional. Read more... |
FATIGUEFatigue and low energy may be due to a wide variety of causes, the majority of them related to diet and lifestyle. Adopting better habits often improves energy levels, but overwhelming or persistent fatigue should be professionally investigated to rule out underlying disease. Read more... |
HEADACHE & MIGRAINEHeadaches affect most of us from time to time, for a variety of reasons. Migraines are a specific form of headache that tend to be severe, and may be associated with nausea and vomiting, as well as other symptoms. Read more... |
INSOMNIASome people need less sleep than others, and can function effectively on as little as 4-5 hours per night, but the majority of us need 7-8 hours sleep in order to feel rested and energised. Although everybody's sleeping habits are different, most people agree that it's difficult to function effectively if you haven't slept well. Read more... |
PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME (PMS)Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual tension (PMT) are terms used to describe a group of physical and emotional symptoms that many women experience in the days leading up to their menstrual period. The symptoms vary, but one common feature is that they disappear once the period starts. Read more... |
STRESSWe feel stressed when there is a conflict between the demands we face and our ability to cope with them, and especially when we feel that we don't have the time, resources or skills to deal with our commitments and responsibilities, or that factors in our lives are outside of our control. Living or working in an environment that is emotionally or physically challenging may also be a source of stress. Read more... |
