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Inevitably, most of the British press sank to the occasion with some pitiful coverage of Amy Winehouse’s death. So it was rather refreshing to Andrei Harmsworth’s more balanced, complementary article in the metro. Like Andrei, instead of focusing on Amy’s addictions, I want to pay tribute to Amy’s multi-faceted personality and the powerfulness of her vulnerability which attracted fans in their

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I recently attended a series of training sessions hosted by Macmillan Cancer Support. Not only did I expand my knowledge of cancer, as a cancer counselling specialist, but I was also very privileged to be amongst, cancer patient, course participants who courageously shared their cancer journey experiences.When I enquired about their views reagrding counselling it was heartening to hear them all

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I was very sad and disheartened to read the recent article ‘Dyslexic Boy failed by the system’ below in the Evening Standard:"A mother claims today that her 10-year-old son has been left with a reading age of four after being failed by his school, teachers and council.Like most dyslexics the boy is gifted artistically and has a photographic memory. But he is also "severely dyslexic" and has

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Only eight days until I attend the Another Year Film Premiere and once again meet the delightful Mike Leigh!!!Nominated for the Palme d'Or award award at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival, a brilliant ensemble and resonant script make Another Year one of Mike Leigh's best films.The film unfolds over four seasons, an accumulation of encounters and largely minor events that emphasize Leigh’s ingenuity

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What is self-esteem?Some people think that self-esteem means confidence - and confidence comes into it - but it's rather more than that.There are any number of apparently confident people who can do marvellous things but who have poor self-esteem.Many people in the public eye fall into this category. Actors, comedians and singers in particular can glow with assurance on stage, yet off-stage feel

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Sorry I’ve been off line. I spent most of August camping in Muker, Swaledale. Breathtaking scenery and an absolute pleasure to wake up every morning listening to a trickling stream at the back of the tent not to mention an abundance of wet chocolate labradors, cream teas and home made savoury pies yum!!!Also been reading the recently published screw work let’s play book by John Williams http://

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Work Life BalanceWork, life, kids and commitments - it's tough to juggle it all, leaving many of us feeling we haven't got the right work/life balance. Perhaps you're not getting enough time with your kids; you haven't even got the time to listen to your favourite tunes; or you want a new challenge in your life. You don't need to go the whole hog and jack in your job, although after thinking

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What benefits can you expect? It can offer a supportive and caring relationship in which you can explore any issues at your own paceIt can help you see difficulties more objectivelyIt can build your self esteemIt can be a growing process whereby unwanted feelings can be changedIt can promote a better quality of life and health You are accepted for who you areGive you a greater sense of well

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Being an only ChildOnly children are often stigmatized. When asked to describe personality characteristics of an only child, many people will respond negatively, indicating the presupposition that only children are spoiled brats. Because only children lack siblings, they lose the immediate availability of others near their own age with whom to interact socially. In order to develop normal social

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SuicideSuicide is the term used for the deliberate self-destruction by a living being, resulting in their own death. The factors that lead someone to take their own life are complex. There is rarely one single trigger, although there may be an important 'last straw'. Suicide actions are typically characterised as being made out of despair, or attributed to some underlying mental disorder which

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Bullying Bullying is a form of abuse. It comprises repeated acts over time that involves a real or perceived imbalance of power with the more powerful individual or group abusing those who are less powerful. The power imbalance may be social power and/or physical power. The victim of bullying is sometimes referred to as a target.Bullying occurs when a person or group is able to overpower a victim

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StressEveryone needs a certain amount of stress to live well. It's what gets you out of bed in the morning and gives you the vitality and zest to do all sorts of things, such as sport and presentations. Stress becomes a problem - 'distress' - when there's too much or too little. A lack of stress means your body is understimulated, leaving you feeling bored and isolated. In an effort to find

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BereavementFor many people, bereavement is a journey during which they'll experience a variety of changing emotions, such as intense sadness, guilt, anger and depression.Each person’s experience is unique, for some, the strength of these emotions and the speed at which they change can make them feel helpless and confused. If the bereavement is very recent, a person can feel incapable of any

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CancerOne in three people will be affected by cancer at some stage in their life.Having cancer can give rise to a whole range of strong emotions - shock, fear, anger, bitterness, confusion and depression. These emotions may be caused by:Uncertainty about the future, such as not knowing what is going to happen or whether the cancer can be cured.Unfamiliarity with hospitals, healthcare

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Anorexia nervosaThe main symptom is the relentless pursuit of thinness through self-starvation. This may become so extreme that it is life-threatening. It most frequently affects young women, but anorexia is found among both sexes of all ages, and across social and ethnic groups.Some of the signs are:Severe weight lossDistortions and misconceptions about weight and body sizeObsession with food

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Phobias Phobias are intense and persistent fears of certain situations or activities that are not dangerous and which most people do not experience to be troublesome.SymptomsA phobia is strong feeling of anxiety in situations that frighten you. For example, if you have a phobia of snakes, you feel anxious when there are snakes around, but feel fine at other times.You tend to avoid the situations

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PanicPanic is defined as a sudden unexpected surge of anxiety which makes you want to leave the worrying situation.SymptomsSudden and overwhelming fear and sense of loss of controlBreathing quicklyIncreased pounding heartbeatSweatingWith a bad panic attack, you may feel that you are going to dieTreatmentsYou may want to firstly speak to a friend or relative you trust and respect, and who is a

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AnxietyAnxiety is the feeling of fear we all experience when faced with threatening or difficult situations. It helps us to avoid dangerous situations, makes us alert and motivates us to deal with problems. When these feelings become too strong they can stop us from doing the things we want to.SymptomsFeeling worried all the timeTirednessIrritabilityUnable to sleepDifficulty concentratingRacing

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Make your relationship credit crunch resistant Here is an article I recently published on my own website and at my Hyde Park Practice.With ever increasing pressures at work, home and in personal relationships, there are bound to be occasions when it seems difficult to balance the demands of everyday life. As our economy goes from boom to bust, what is becoming increasingly evident in today’s

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