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Anxiety as a victim of domestic abuse

Anxiety as a victim of domestic abuse

by | May 17, 2023 | Blog

It is Mental Health Awareness week and this year, the focus is on anxiety. Anxiety is a feeling of fear, dread, and uneasiness. It might cause someone to sweat, feel restless and tense and have a rapid heartbeat. It is a normal emotion in us all and for many, it is...
Let’s talk about…stalking

Let’s talk about…stalking

by | Apr 24, 2023 | Blog

Being stalked by someone can be a frightening, distressing and daunting experience. The constant feeling of ‘looking over your shoulder’ or being watched or monitored can take an understandable toll on a victim’s mental health and well-being. In this article, we look...
Let’s talk about ‘I do’

Let’s talk about ‘I do’

by | Feb 8, 2023 | Blog

In recognition of Sexual Abuse Awareness Week, this article specifically explores rape within a marriage.  In some religions, the words ‘I do’ are exchanged between husband and wife during the marriage ceremony.  Two small words and three letters in total that shares...
Let’s talk about Sibling Sexual Abuse

Let’s talk about Sibling Sexual Abuse

by | Feb 6, 2023 | Blog

This week is Sexual Abuse Awareness Week, and we wanted to speak about an issue which isn’t often raised due to its extreme taboo nature – and that is the issue of sexual abuse among siblings.   Nobody wants to believe that their son or daughter could...