A Fear of Flying
Flying can for many people be an exciting part of their adventure, but for some it can be a very terrifying experience. While plane crashes are rare, we have seen a lot of coverage of crashes over the last few years and when you already have a fear of flying, reading about a crash in the news can only make this worse. If you look at the statistics, the experts say that you’re much more likely to die in a car crash than in a plane accident. IATA (airline association) show that in 2015 more than 3.5 billion people flew on an aircraft and during that time there were 68 accidents – four of which...
Read MoreThe Pressures of Studying
Prepping for any kind of exam can be stressful for any student. There’s an enormous amount of pressure from peers, teachers and parents and sometimes trying to stay focussed can really be a challenge. You can imagine the stigma that’s attached to do well and the strain can impact not only on mental wellbeing but your physical health too. Anyone taking an exam will feel stressed, irritable and in some cases depressed. A loss of appetite and headaches is also quite common. When you’re feeling the pressure, concentrating can sometimes be a challenge, that’s because your brain is trying to...
Read MoreWhat’s the difference between a fear and a phobia?
Hi, welcome to this month’s blog post! With Halloween round the corner, I thought I would write about fears and phobias that many people suffer from. Not just because it’s Halloween but because it’s a genuine condition which affects both children and adults. A fear or phobia can be deep rooted and if you’re a sufferer, you’ll know what I’m talking about. It can strike at any moment and causes real problems even in adulthood. It’s important to understand the difference between a fear and a phobia. Take these examples; you get nervous when you see a pit bull in a...
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