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By Professor Debora Elijah
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Back to school: supporting your child with 'coronavirus anxiety'
Heading back to school and starting a new year at school can be daunting at time, the COVID-19 pandemic has added stress to the situation. Thus, support may be needed. We spoke to Dr Debora Elijah who explained to us the usage of PROSCIG© intervention; a program similar to cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT). She highlighted how this can offer assistance during the coronavirus pandemic to put children at ease as they adjust to the 'new normal' at school.
By Dr Catherine Sykes
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If you would like to see a psychologist to talk about things that have been impacting your mental health and are feeling nervous about the therapy session, don't be! One of our expert consultants Dr Catherine Sykes explains what you can expect during the process and shares her tips on how to manage any anxiety about seeking help.
By Dr Nicky Kimber-Rogal
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I’m being bullied at work, what can I do about it?
Being bullied at work can be devastating. Unfortunately, it happens to too many people and can arise anywhere throughout your working day in many forms. If you are being bullied or harassed in the workplace, it's important to seek help as soon as possible. We spoke to Dr Nicky Kimber-Rogal, a Chartered Psychologist and psychotherapist, who explained to us exactly what to do and where to get help.
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Medically unexplained symptoms (MUS): are they really 'all in my head’?
Some people experience persistent physical symptoms such as headaches or dizziness, but doctors can’t find any medical or physical conditions to explain them. This doesn't mean that the person is imagining them, nor does it mean they are 'all in their head', these symptoms are in fact very real and distressing for the person experiencing them. Dr Catherine Sykes, one of our top charted psychologists explains what causes them and how they can be treated.
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