Trypanophobia: Life With A Fear Of Needles
Reading Time: 7 minutesWhat is the fear of needles, and what can you do to manage this fear? This article will provide information to help you answer that question
My Experience Of The Short Synacthen Test (SST)
Reading Time: 6 minutesThis article explains what a Short Synacthen Test (SST) is, what it’s used for, and provides a personal experience of having the test done
Losing Track Of All My Rescheduled Referrals
Reading Time: 4 minutesAn example of the difficulties of sorting out appointments and referrals when dealing with multiple hospitals and other organisations
State Benefits: PIP, Atos, And My Mental Health Trust
Reading Time: 4 minutesThis article provides an example of how a Mental Health Trust (NHS) and the current disability health system can go wrong
Why I Hate Atos And Their Assessments
Reading Time: 6 minutesAtos and private companies like them that conduct medical and work capability assessments are unfit for purpose. Here’s why
What Is Dementia? Awareness, Information, And Advice
Reading Time: 6 minutesDementia is a horrible condition that robs us of the people we love. So to help spread awareness, this article discusses dementia in detail
What Makes A Father On Father’s Day?
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn honour of Father’s Day, celebrate a man/person who fulfilled the role of a father and supported your mental health needs
How To Always Be There For A Friend: #BeTheMateYoudWant
Reading Time: 4 minutesTo honour Men’s Health Week, this article will discuss male friendships, because you should always be there for a friend: #BeTheMateYoudWant
The Hard Truth About Eating The Criticism Sandwich
Reading Time: 12 minutesAfter writing ‘A Course Mandated Experiential Group’ I decided to write a post on ways to deliver criticism that cause the least harm that goes beyond eating the criticism sandwich
A Course Mandated Experiential Group For Therapists
Reading Time: 6 minutesThis article will use an example of an experiential group for therapists to show the power of minority influence and diffused responsibility