Narcissistic abuse
Narcissistic abuse starts after a honeymoon period when you will have felt at the centre of the other person’s world. You might have spotted signs that the person can be cold, argumentative and selfish, but as this was not consistent behaviour and you were in the honeymoon period, you overlooked it. The perpetrator of narcissistic…
Emotional abuse; how to recognise this type of hidden abuse
Emotional abuse in your relationship can go undetected for years before you put a label on it. Physical abuse, if your partner hits you, is plain to see. The second it occurs, you know it happened and can decide what to do about it, but when you cannot physically see abuse, it can be shocking…
What is gaslighting? How to recognise it and how to respond
What is gaslighting? Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation in which a person attempts to make another person question their perception of reality and mental health. The person can do this by denying that something was said or done or by treating the victim as if they are crazy. Gaslighting can also involve: The…
The stress response
What is the stress response? The stress response is a natural survival mechanism to mobilise the body, giving immediate energy to fight or run away when we encounter a dangerous situation. This response is essential for our survival. When the threat is over, and the stress hormones are used up or expelled, the body enters…
Anxiety symptoms
Anxiety disorders can result in some frightening symptoms. This page will explain what is happening in your body and why you are getting certain symptoms. Physical symptoms Chest pain This can include pain or tightness anywhere in your chest and rib cage. It can feel like a tightness or fullness, pressure, or muscular pain. If…
Panic attacks vs anxiety attacks; what is the difference?
Panic attacks and anxiety attacks are used interchangeably in popular writings on the internet. However, although they share some common symptoms, there are distinct clinical differences
