ADHD
ADHD can affect focus, organisation, impulse control, restlessness and emotional regulation. It is not laziness or a character flaw.
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ADHD can affect focus, organisation, impulse control, restlessness and emotional regulation. It is not laziness or a character flaw.
Anxiety is worry, fear or unease that can show up in the mind, body and behaviour. It becomes a problem when it feels constant, intense or hard to live around.
Autism is a lifelong difference in how a person communicates, experiences the world, processes sensory information and connects with other people.
Bipolar disorder can involve episodes of depression and episodes of unusually high or irritable mood, energy and activity. It deserves proper support, not judgement.
Burnout is deep exhaustion after prolonged pressure. It often comes from carrying too much for too long without enough recovery, control or support.
Depression can affect mood, energy, sleep, appetite, concentration, self-worth and hope. It is more than having a bad day, and support is available.
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions involving food, eating, body image or control. You do not need to look a certain way to deserve help.
If money is stopping you getting support, you still have options. Free help can include crisis lines, NHS services, charities, peer support, self-help tools and local groups.
Grief is the pain of losing someone or something important. It can be messy, quiet, angry, numb, physical, delayed or different from what people expect.
You do not need perfect words to help someone in crisis. Calm honesty, staying with them, listening and getting urgent support can make a real difference.
Loneliness is not just being alone. It is the painful gap between the connection you need and the connection you have.
OCD involves intrusive thoughts, images or urges, and repeated behaviours or mental rituals used to reduce distress. It is not simply liking things tidy.
A panic attack is a sudden rush of intense fear and body alarm. It can feel dangerous, but the wave usually passes.
PTSD can happen after traumatic experiences. It may involve flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance, numbness and feeling constantly on guard.
Self-esteem is how you see and value yourself. Low self-esteem can make life feel smaller, harsher and more frightening than it needs to be.
Social anxiety is more than shyness. It is a strong fear of being judged, embarrassed, watched or rejected in social situations.
Stress is the strain we feel when pressure is bigger than our support, rest, time or control. Long-term stress can wear people down.
Suicidal thoughts can range from not wanting to wake up to thinking about ending your life. They are a sign to get support now.
If therapy feels unaffordable, it does not mean help is out of reach. There may be free, low-cost or public support routes worth trying.
Trauma is the emotional and physical impact of experiences that overwhelm someone's ability to cope. It can affect memory, safety, sleep, mood and the body.
During a panic attack, the aim is not to win a fight with your body. The aim is to ride the wave safely until it passes.
Anxiety can feel random, but there is usually something your body or mind is reacting to: stress, uncertainty, memories, health worries, tiredness or overload.
Feeling numb can be frightening, but it is often the mind and body trying to protect you from too much feeling at once.
You don’t need to know what’s “wrong”. Start with whatever feels manageable even if that’s just looking.
If you’re in immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E. You can also call 116 123 (Samaritans).
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