Dementia and Driving: When to Surrender Your Licence
Giving up your driving licence at any age can be difficult. It may feel like a loss of independence, which may tempt you to hold onto it for as long as possible. However, this can be dangerous and have severe consequences for yourself and others on the road. This National Road Victim Month, we are […]
The History of Psychedelics
Psychedelics are experiencing a renaissance; once stigmatised and criminalised, these substances are now at the forefront of groundbreaking clinical research, offering new hope for the treatment of various mental health conditions. This transformation is not only reshaping the landscape of clinical research but also altering societal perceptions. In this blog, we’ll be exploring the history […]
Coping with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex mental health condition triggered by experiencing, witnessing or sometimes even hearing about a traumatic event. Symptoms can include flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event. It’s estimated that around 1 in 10 people in the UK will experience PTSD at some point in their […]
Improving Patient Enrolment in Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are essential for advancing medical research, developing new treatments and therapies; however, did you know that one of the main challenges the industry faces is finding enough eligible volunteers to participate. Surprisingly, around 80% of clinical trials struggle to meet their initial enrolment target on schedule1. In some cases, 50% of clinics only […]
Depression and Self-Neglect: The Importance of Self-Care
Mental health is one of the most talked about topics today, with 1 in 6 people reporting that they have experienced a common mental health issue (such as depression or anxiety) in any given week in England1. While the main symptoms of these conditions are somewhat known, their day-to-day impact is less so. So, what […]
Coping with Recurrent Depression
Recurrent depression, a condition characterised by repeated episodes of depressive symptoms, can feel like a never-ending battle. For those living with this condition, the challenge is not overcoming a single episode but finding ways to manage and reduce the frequency and intensity of these episodes over a lifetime. While this journey can be daunting, there […]
Research Appreciation Day: How do we Advance Healthcare?
Research Appreciation Day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the profound impact of clinical trials in advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. This year, we’re joining in the celebrations of the second annual Research Appreciation Day, run by MQ Mental Health1, celebrating, and recognising the importance of research throughout the week. The awareness day is […]
Alcohol Awareness Week: The Differences Between NAFLD and AFLD
Alcohol Awareness Week is an important time to highlight various liver diseases, including Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (AFLD). These conditions share similarities in their impact on liver health but differ significantly in their causes, risk factors, and management strategies. Understanding these differences is crucial for effective prevention and treatment. […]
Combatting Burnout and Stress: The Importance of Sleep
Life can be chaotic, with work, life management, relationships, and finances all coming together to form a maelstrom of stress and decision-making. Juggling all these responsibilities can be overwhelming and may leave you with little time for self-care and other necessities like good quality sleep. While burning the candle at both ends may be manageable […]
How Sugar Affects Dopamine & Your Mental Health
In the modern world, much of our diet may contain high levels of sugar (hidden or otherwise), which can have long and short-term health implications. From obesity and diabetes1 to poor dental health2, the potential risks of excessive sugar consumption are wide-ranging, but what effect does sugar have on our brains? Sugar and the brain […]
