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Nov 3, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Tim Williamson |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva
1 Reading Time: 2 minutesTrichotillomania, often called hair-pulling disorder, is a psychological condition characterised by an irresistible urge to pull out one’s own hair. People with trichotillomania may pull hair from their scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, or other parts of the body, which can result in noticeable hair loss and bald patches.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Jason Butler |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva
1 Reading Time: 2 minutesDid you know that the global health and wellness industry is projected to grow to $8.5 trillion by 2027? This reflects the growing interest in holistic health approaches. Finding the right holistic and wellness centre can be a transformative journey towards better health. With so many options available, choosing one can feel overwhelming. Understanding key factors will steer you towards the best choice for your wellness.
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Oct 30, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Jason Butler |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva
1 Reading Time: 2 minutesAccording to a recent study, young adults transitioning through educational stages may experience increased loneliness and mental health challenges. Led by Jessica Hemberg, PhD, an associate professor at Åbo Akademi University in Finland, with Amanda Sundqvist as the first author, the study explores how shifts from secondary school to university or vocational studies can impact young people’s emotional well-being, intensifying feelings of loneliness and stress.
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Oct 29, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Jason Butler |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva |Ellen Diamond
2 Reading Time: 4 minutesWith mental health concerns on the rise, there’s a growing demand for dedicated and skilled mental health professionals. According to recent reports, mental health issues affect nearly one billion people globally, making qualified professionals in this field more crucial than ever. However, succeeding as a mental health professional requires more than just empathy or a desire to help.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Jason Butler |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva |Ellen Diamond
1 Reading Time: 2 minutesOrchardleigh Estate Wellness Retreats is delighted to welcome Hanna Longstaff, “The Eating Behaviour Expert”, to its team, commencing 1st November 2024. Focused on holistic wellness and spiritual growth, Orchardleigh Wellness Retreats offer a unique, transformative experience.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Jason Butler |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva |Ellen Diamond
2 Reading Time: 2 minutesStress, while often beneficial in small doses, can become a burden when chronic, with harmful effects on the body, mind, and emotions. Alex da Silva, a breathwork and wellness expert from Silva Wellness, offers practical strategies for identifying and managing stress to enhance well-being as International Stress Awareness Week (5th–9th November) approaches. Stress can indeed serve a useful purpose by sharpening focus or pushing you to meet a deadline.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Jason Butler |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva |Ellen Diamond
2 Reading Time: 2 minutesA recent suicide prevention campaign in Norway, intended to shift public attitudes towards suicide awareness and help-seeking, has shown only marginal effects. Conducted in the Mid-Norway region, the initiative primarily focused on improving mental health literacy and promoting supportive actions among community members. The findings were published in the journal BMC Psychiatry.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Jason Butler |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva |Ellen Diamond
2 Reading Time: 2 minutesA study has revealed that declining visibility of clear-cut symptoms associated with mental illness may lead to the public expanding their understanding of what constitutes mental illness. This shift could have wide-ranging implications for how mental health issues are perceived, diagnosed, and treated, especially amid growing mental health discussions in mainstream culture.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Robert Haynes |Lucy da Silva |Julian Carter
639 Reading Time: 2 minutesDepression is one of the most common mental health conditions today. While feeling sad or moody is normal, individuals who experience these emotions intensely and over long periods may suffer from depression. This condition can significantly affect the life of those who experience it, making it a challenging and often painful disorder to manage.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Lucy da Silva |Julian Carter |Maxwell E. Guttman
2 Reading Time: 3 minutesSelf-care has always been important. Whether through ancient rituals like the Ancient Egyptians’ oil massages, the Romans’ bathing rituals, or modern practices like yoga and meditation. In today’s post-pandemic society, this is no different; in fact, 53% of consumers believe that self-care is even more important now than it was before the pandemic.
