Does the obligation to socialise during the festive season feel overwhelming?
With Christmas fast approaching and the expectation that everyone be together and merry, people with social anxiety disorder can often experience a peak in symptoms, as recently reported by BBC News. In fact, the Anxiety UK helpline usually sees an increase in calls this time of year from those affected by social anxiety, with many [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - December 19, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Anxiety UK Christmas/New Year hours
Whilst we strive to operate a normal service over the festive period, as we are in a managed building, we will have some days with limited or no helpline. If you are experiencing a crisis and need to speak to someone urgently, read on for details of other helplines as well as our hours over [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - December 16, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Man walks 3,300 miles around England and Wales to raise mental health awareness
Stuart Jessup has raised more than £14,500 for mental health charities Sane and Anxiety UK in two walks around the coast of England and Wales and completes his momentous efforts this weekend in Chester, where he will be welcomed by Manchester based Anxiety UK. Speaking about his efforts, where he was joined by his Springer [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - December 6, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Augmented reflection video showcases life with Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
An Augmented Reflection video, Let’s Talk about GAD, was shown for the first time in Belfast today to raise awareness of Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – a little known but common mental health condition affecting over an estimated 50,000 people in Northern Ireland. Based on insights from people with GAD, the augmented reflection technology conveyed [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - November 27, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Anxiety UK extends support to Jonathan Trott as he leaves Ashes tour due to a ‘stress-related problem’
Anxiety UK today voices its concern for England Cricketer Jonathan Trott following his departure from the Ashes tour because of a ‘stress-related problem.’ Trott has commented in the press that he has been having difficulty operating at the level he has done in the past and is taking this break to ‘focus on recovery.’ Anxiety [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - November 25, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Want more information about us?
We are pleased to release our latest information leaflet, a quick, concise guide to our work and how we support many thousands of people affected by anxiety every year. Click here for this free download and see how we can support you, your loved one or your organisation. (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - November 21, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Nearly half of people claim to have OCD related traits or behaviours, but how do you know when it’s really OCD?
benenden health and Mind will be answering this and other questions about OCD in a live Web TV show (Wednesday, 13th November at 2:00 pm) that will cover recognising the symptoms and traits of the condition, treatment options and the risks of ignoring the warning signs in both yourself and others. In recent years OCD [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - November 12, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Anxiety UK’s ‘Top Tips for Managing Stress’
As we mark National Stress Awareness Day today, we are reminded of the importance of taking care of ourselves to minimise the effects stress. “Stress is normal and everyone will experience it from time to time,” explains Anxiety UK CEO, Nicky Lidbetter. “But it’s important to ask for help if you feel like you can [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - November 6, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Anxiety UK welcomes new teenage health and wellbeing survey trial
Around 7,000 teenagers will this week receive questionnaires in a trial of a new national survey on their health and wellbeing. The “What about YOUth?” survey is aimed at 15-year-olds and will examine topics such as smoking, emotional well-being, diet and physical activity, drugs, alcohol and bullying. The trial will scope the feasibility of a [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - November 5, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Anxiety UK encouraged by government’s continued mental health debate
Following Labour’s pledge today to make mental health counselling a right and Conservative’s recent ’40 Policy Ideas from the 40′ document, pledging greater choice of psychological therapies and early intervention for children, Anxiety UK is hopeful for a future where mental health is given the same status as physical health. “It’s very encouraging having the [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - October 31, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
This Morning advice for parents with anxious children a ‘must watch’
As we reach the end of half-term, we are reminded that the time away from school is not always a good one. For some children and young people, the change in routine can spark anxiety and we have heard from a number of parents this week and last who are worried about their child. According [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - October 30, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Have you faced your fears of spiders with Phobia Free yet?
Spider phobia affects up to 6% of us and those who suffer from it are easy targets from pranksters, particularly during Halloween. For some people this condition can be very troubling and distressing. To help those affected by spider phobia, Anxiety UK is working with Virtually Free, a UK-based technology start up that develops apps [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - October 28, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Have faced your fears of spiders with Phobia Free yet?
Spider phobia affects up to 6% of us and those who suffer from it are easy targets from pranksters, particularly during Halloween. For some people this condition can be very troubling and distressing. To help those affected by spider phobia, Anxiety UK is working with Virtually Free, a UK-based technology start up that develops apps [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - October 25, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
How you can help Anxiety UK
Anxiety UK is the leading charity for those suffering from anxiety disorders in the UK. We provide support to anxiety sufferers and campaign to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of anxiety. We receive no government funding and rely on the generosity of our members and supporters to continue to provide essential services. There are [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - October 24, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
Online Surgery Monday 21st October at 8pm with Dr Sam Cartwright-Hatton
We are delighted that our Clinical Advisor Dr Sam Cartwright-Hatton will join us for an online surgery on Monday 21st October 2013 at 8pm to help answer questions for anxious parents who are raising children and want information on how to raise them to be confident. Dr Cartwright-Hatton joined the University of Sussex in 2011 [...] (Source: ANXIETY UK News)
Source: ANXIETY UK News - October 18, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news
