Author Archives: Paul Harris

Exercising to Help Mental Health.

Today has been a really good day because I did my first major bit of aerobic exercise, and it made me feel great. Most people I have spoken to, and most of the books I have read, say that exercise is a really important part of dealing with anxiety and depression. My anxiety made itContinue reading “Exercising to Help Mental Health.”

Understanding Anxiety, Panic and Depression: Part 3 – Depression

  Definition: Feelings of severe despondency and dejection. Everyone has times when they think they feel depressed, it is a bit like when someone has a common cold, they say they have the ‘Flu’ or even worse ‘Man Flu’!!!! Normally when people say they feel depressed, it is because they have feelings of being ‘FedContinue reading “Understanding Anxiety, Panic and Depression: Part 3 – Depression”

Understanding Anxiety, Panic & Depression: Part 2 – Panic

Definition: Sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety, often causing wildly unthinking behaviour. Panic is something we all feel from time to time, and is a natural response in certain situations when we feel afraid.  It is a direct result of anxiety, so the more anxious you are the more likely you are to panic; serious levelsContinue reading “Understanding Anxiety, Panic & Depression: Part 2 – Panic”

Understanding Anxiety, Panic & Depression: Part 1 – Anxiety

Definition: A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome. A nervous disorder marked by excessive uneasiness and apprehension, typically with compulsive behaviour or panic attacks. Anxiety is a natural feeling, that everyone has, especially when faced with challenging situations, such as taking an exam, going for a job interview or meetingContinue reading “Understanding Anxiety, Panic & Depression: Part 1 – Anxiety”