by BenJarris | Feb 10, 2021 | Mental health
Stress has a myriad of impacts on individuals, both physically and mentally. Some of these include impairment of healthy coping skills such as spending time with supportive others and engaging in pro-health and wellbeing behaviours (e.g. relaxation and exercise). In...
by BenJarris | Feb 8, 2021 | Mental health, Sleep
By Dr Karen Hallam Stress is a normal part of life. A little bit of stress helps motivate us to meet deadlines, face new challenges and juggle the many competing challenges we face on a daily basis. Unfortunately, stress can become distress if we are facing multiple...
by BenJarris | Oct 8, 2020 | Gratitude, Mental health, Mindfulness
By Dr Karen Hallam There is an analogy I have used since becoming a psychologist with nearly everyone I have seen who struggles with stress, anxiety and depression. The analogy is one of a cup. This cup in turn represents how ‘full’ we feel and relates to stress. We...