Anxiety and Stress

What is health anxiety disorder and how can it be managed?

By Dr Catherine Sykes
2024-11-21

Health anxiety disorder is a mental health condition where an individual experiences persistent and excessive worry about their health that goes beyond typical self-awareness, interfering with daily life, relationships, and overall wellbeing. Here, Dr Catherine Sykes, highly regarded chartered psychologist, explores what health anxiety disorder is, its symptoms, causes, and progression, as well as how it is diagnosed and treated. See more

The gut-brain connection: how our emotions play a direct role in the health of our digestive system

By Professor Owen Epstein
2024-11-20

Have certain situations ever made you feel "sick to your stomach"? How often have you felt "butterflies" or decided to just "go with your gut"? These expressions exist for a reason; they reflect an important connection between our brain and gut, highlighting how sensitive our digestive system is to our emotions such as anxiety, stress and even depression. Professor Owen Epstein, a pioneering professor of gastroenterology, explains more. See more

Support for anxiety: The importance of seeking help promptly

By Dr Dipesh Mistry
2024-11-16

Anxiety can greatly affect mental wellbeing and, if untreated, may lead to serious complications. In this informative article, respected consultant sleep physician and psychiatrist Dr Dipesh Mistry, emphasizes the importance of seeking support at an early stage, as untreated anxiety becomes increasingly challenging to address over time. See more

A closer look at anxiety

By Dr Jessica Valentine
2024-11-15

Anxiety is a mental health condition marked by excessive and persistent worry, fear, or apprehension, which can disrupt everyday functioning. Here, Dr Jessica Valentine, renowned chartered counselling psychologist, offers a comprehensive insight into anxiety. See more