Here you will find our industry and company news as well as tips and advice on various mental health conditions. We share videos and downloadable resources which tell you a little more about us. This page is also dedicated to ‘Home Life’ so you can keep up-to-date with all of the activities and events from our services.
Mental health crises can be overwhelming and unpredictable, but with thoughtful planning and support, individuals can navigate the challenging times more effectively. At Northern Healthcare, we embrace a specialist person-centred approach, ensuring that each individual's preferences, values, and needs are…
When we think about mental health support, it’s easy to focus on therapy, medication, or counselling, but the spaces where care happens play a significant role. The environment we inhabit can influence our emotions, behaviours, and sense of independence. Thoughtfully…
When life feels overwhelming - your heart racing before a meeting, lying awake at night with your mind spinning, or snapping at small things - it’s easy to think the problem is all in your head. But these feelings often…
We talk to ourselves all the time, silently, out loud, in passing thoughts we barely notice. But have you ever paid attention to what you're actually saying? Chances are, it’s not always kind. “You’re not good enough.” “Why do you…
At Northern Healthcare, we understand that staying active looks different for everyone, and as a supported living service provider, we see firsthand how movement plays a key role in both physical and mental well-being. The people we support have their…
Life can get stressful - it happens to the best of us as we deal with our various commitments, roles and responsibilities. It is when we forget to take a step back and rest that burnout can occur. Burnout is…
Social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, is a long-term condition ruled by a fear of social situations. It is usually triggered during a person's teenage years but can happen anytime. Social anxiety can be extremely distressing and have…
Loneliness is common - it's a part of life. In 2022, 49.63% of adults (25.99 million people) in the UK reported feeling lonely occasionally, sometimes, often or always. Every person will have or will go on to feel loneliness at…
High-functioning depression can be difficult to spot. A person with high-functioning depression will usually experience the majority of the same symptoms as a person with clinical depression. The main difference is that the symptoms tend to be less debilitating. Sadly,…
The week commencing 22nd April is officially Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Week. In this article, we will explore MS, the signs and symptoms, types, causes and more about MS Awareness Week. MS Awareness Week Created by the MS Society, MS…
In the fourth blog of our series highlighting the several types of eating disorders, we are going to explore Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED). In this article, we look at the characteristics and symptoms, the treatments available, and…
*Sensitive content. Please note that this article may be triggering to some. If you need help please reach out, there are resources listed at the bottom of this page. If you are seriously worried about yourself or a loved one,…
In this article, we explore what paranoia is, examples of paranoia, its causes and its relation to mental health conditions. We will also look at the effects of paranoia alongside ways to support a loved one suffering from the condition.…
In this blog post, we'll explore the different types of talking therapy currently available. "One adult in eight (12.1%) receives mental health treatment, with 10.4% receiving medication and 3% receiving psychological therapy." Not one box fits all, and therapy must…
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many individuals find themselves grappling with a change in mood and energy levels. For some, this annual occurrence is more than just a case of the winter blues - it’s Seasonal…
Depression is a mental health condition most commonly characterised by consistent low mood, feeling sad and unhappy. A common mental disorder worldwide and a leading cause of disability, it is estimated that the prevalence of depression in the UK was…
