Anxiety and agoraphobia

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The reality of psychosis

For many of us, the world around us remains fairly constant, familiar. But for some people with severe mental illness, psychosis can turn that world upside down, as their relationship with reality becomes distorted. Here I explore psychosis, what it really means, and treatment options, with the insight of one of my client's who has experienced this first hand. Hira bravely opens up to quell the stigma attached to the condition, and speaks out for others living with mental illness

Is a young person 'Gillick competent?'

I just don’t need it

I have been researching young people’s attitudes to help-seeking. This article originally appeared in the BACP Children and Young People and was based on research carried out for the MA in Counselling at the University of Manchester..