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For those who want to know a little more about the link between " stress , anxiety , and employment , all things work related " I suggest prefixing any research with the word " Japan " I've recently done a thesis and knew that mental health problems were grossly prevent in men of a working age...

Big Dunc that's a good post, good practical and sensible advice. Nice one

Bishop some very simple advice. I don't know much about your eye issues, I heard of that condition. For what it's worth - you're probably doing this already so apologies - but arm yourself with as much information you can from reliable sources - opticians, eye infirmaries - so it will give you a...

Just some words about psychotropic medication. Please take on board.Never stop taking your prescribed medication without seeing your Dr first. Even if you " think " they aren't working, go see the GP and let them make the decision. It may be a dosage issue, time your taking your meds, efficacy...

Lovely post

Bryan first things first. There is no " forced " buddy. Therapy is a collaboration between 2 people who have one goal. To support the Client. Discuss with the people who are helping you arrange the Therapy and tell them your concerns and wishes. They WILL understand and make arrangements you...

you holding on to something Bryan?. I'm intrigued

Suicidal thoughts themselves can be very anxiety provoking can't they. They are not normal, so don't ignore them. Even it you've said it in a " blaze " fashion. The fact you've considered it as a " possible " option to the problems you're experiencing is a concern. Sit down with someone you...

I would approach her and sensitively leg her know her drinking is being noticed, you're concerned, and you want to help. She has a lot going on - CBT and not being able to have children - however you don't know what she's experiencing. CBT has a great evidence base - it works - but it's a short...

Some really good posts regarding suicidal thoughts and getting support. It's really important to be honest with people if you're struggling and feeling suicidal. Let you're loved ones and friends know. They WILL support you. Sometimes people don't know what to say when faced with someone who...

Great post Rita. I was hoping to explore how we " breech the topic " of asking some about their suicidal ideation. In my experience, it's important and does not " trigger " or initiate further thoughts of helplessness. It's getting the conversation started. The making yourself available, letting...

Christmas evidentially is when people, men especially, struggle with their mental health and feel suicidal. The figures are quite stark and concerning. With the purpose of helping those who struggle, specifically those who feel suicidal, I'd like to ask people: A Are you able to ask someone...

Got lump in my throat. Listening to Dire Straights " Brothers in Arms " , thinking about Ukrain Russia Israel and the Gaza Strip and can't help thinking we aren't doing a very good job of looking after one another. Literally killing each other over a strip of land. As the lyrics say " we're...

There's reams of evidence especially which has or There's reams of evidence especially in the far East - Japan - that working too hard and stressing about their position is both detrimental for the individual as well as the Employer. People are less productive and the quality of the work also...

Brendan to suffer is to go through turmoil. Anguish turmoil. Its not best to suffer fella. You as a person are better than just " accepting " anguish. By not asking or seeking support whilst struggling not only deprives you of a bit of happiness, it deprives others. Am I saying you're selfish? ...

Recall one of my students asking " how do you know someone is mentally unwell? ". I said there are a number of ways. The first one I said is how they look, poor personal hygiene, how they sit. A physical look at them really can give you clues. You're unlikely to attend to personal hygiene if...

Blue you've given your beloved pet 13 years of love and companionship. Comfort yourself in this. Many on here will recollect my thinking on having pets, dogs especially. I protect myself and don't have a Dog because I don't want to go through the pain you are going through buddy. I've always...

This is staying the obvious for you but it's you being very hard on yourself. Thinking " what did I do wrong, did I do anything embarrassing whilst out ?. You probably did do something " embarrassing " but so did all of your friends probably. I'd say you'd have just cause if you have a Bi...

Jackboy what happend on your " Weekend away " and how did the " intrusive thoughts " manifest themselves. Just wondering if both are " connected " buddy ?