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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADHD)
ADHD is known to be a common disorder which starts in childhood. Until recently it was widely believed that children outgrew ADHD in adolescence. But it is now recognised that ADHD is a lifelong condition and many individuals continue to experience difficulties in adult life. …
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Worries – how can I best deal with them?
Many of us have days when we are overwhelmed with worries and sometimes a small amount of healthy concern is good as it spurs us into action. However, your worrying can turn negative when you become obsessed with the ‘what if’. These are big doubts …
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Stress – how do I manage it?
We all have days when everyday pressures can make us feel stressed and overwhelmed. Stress happens to everyone and can sometimes push us to rise to an occasion. However, stress can sometimes affect you more than you want it to. This guide contains information to …
Sleep – how can I get some?
We can all have a bad night’s sleep every now and again. Missing a few hours of sleep is not harmful to your body catches up when it can. Sleeping becomes a problem when you regularly struggle to sleep and it starts to affect you …
Shyness – how can I manage it?
Does the thought of talking in a big group or to someone you don’t know make you start to blush, get butterflies in your stomach and sweat more than usual? Do you worry that others will notice this and think badly of you? Do you …
Self harm – how can I help myself?
Sometimes your thoughts and feelings can make you feel overwhelmed and lead you to express your frustration and emotions through self-harm. You may self-harm and don’t know why you do it. This can be a very confusing time and this guide should help make things a …
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Pain – what can I do to help myself?
Pain is something we all deal with at some point in our lives. However, some people have much more to deal with than others. Pain such as headaches or muscle strain is typically treated with painkillers or rest and will usually stop with time. Pain …
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My body, my health – check it out!
To ensure you live a long and healthy life, you need to take good care of yourself and check your body regularly. You know your body the best and will probably be the first to notice anything different. Checking yourself regularly will help you to …
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Low moods – how can I feel better?
Maybe you’ve had a bad day, feel like you’re not getting anywhere or that the endless list of jobs has beaten you. Don’t worry, this is completely normal! But these feelings can sometimes cause people to feel unhappy, stressed or anxious. This guide aims to …
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Healthy sex – how can I be sure?
This guide has been created to give people information about sex so that they can make healthy and informed choices that are right for them. It includes information about the law surrounding sex, contraception and the health implications of having sex. If you’d like to …
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