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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder | Signs, symptoms, and support
How often do we hear the phrase, "that's my OCD", or, "you're so OCD"? It is a common saying in day to day life, but a diagnosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is actually pretty rare, affecting approximately 1.2% of…
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National Schizophrenia Awareness Day 2022
25th July 2022 is National Schizophrenia Awareness Day. Hosted by Rethink Mental Illness, the day aims to shine a light on the challenges individuals living with a schizophrenia diagnosis face. A schizophrenia diagnosis A schizophrenia diagnosis is usually confirmed by…
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5 Ways to Wellbeing
It is essential that we take care of our mental and physical wellbeing to ensure that we remain happy and healthy. There is evidence to suggest that there are 5 ways to wellbeing – the New Economics Foundation has analysed…
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Everything you need to know about supported living services
Are you looking to move into a supported living service, or wondering if supported living may be the next step for you? In this blog, we look at supported living services, answering some of the most common questions such as…
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Eating Disorders: Anorexia Nervosa
In this blog, we are going to look at anorexia nervosa: what it is, signs and symptoms, possible causes, and how you can support yourself or a loved one. Anorexia vs. Anorexia Nervosa The term anorexia is commonly used when…
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Call for Evidence to Improve the Governments 10 Year Mental Health Plan
In April 2022, the UK Government launched a call for evidence, designed to inform a new 10-year mental health plan, with a focus on improving mental health across the UK. The call for evidence will be open for 12 weeks,…
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Huntington’s Disease: Pharmacological vs Physical Interventions
Huntington’s Disease (HD) is a genetic neurodegenerative disorder, characterised by progressive development of hyperkinetic movements, the involuntary actions of the limbs and torso (Roos, 2010). The progressive neurodegeneration also results in psychiatric disturbances and cognitive impairment (Walsam, et al. 2018).…
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Learning Disability Week | Living Life with a Learning Disability
Learning Disability Week is an annual campaign from Mencap, dedicated to educating and raising awareness of learning disabilities and the experiences of individuals with learning disabilities. This year, the week of 20-26 June is Learning Disability Week, and the theme…
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Loneliness Awareness Week – Dealing with Loneliness
Loneliness has been front and centre of discussions in recent years. In May this year, we supported Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 highlighting the theme of loneliness. Our services planned some thought-provoking activities and shared their top tips for dealing…
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Northern Healthcare Community Engagement Event Sandbach | Friday 1st July 2022
NEW Supported Living Service Sandbach Community Event Northern Healthcare is delighted to share that our new Sandbach service will be opening soon! This new 24/7 enhanced service will support adults living with a learning disability and empower individuals to build…
