Abandonment issues can be more common than you think. We share 10 common signs of abandonment issues you might not be aware of – and explain more about what you can do about them…
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Bonnie Evie Gifford
Bonnie Evie Gifford is a Senior Writer for Happiful.
Sharing positive emotions is good for your health, a new study reveals
Sharing when we’re feeling good isn’t just a nice thing to do; it could be good for our health – even if we’re in a less satisfying relationship. Sharing moments of happiness isn’t just good for your mood; it could be good for your health, too. A…
Childhood food allergies have significantly reduced since early peanut exposure guidelines, US study finds
A major study from researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has revealed a significant reduction in the number of children diagnosed with peanut allergies over the past decade…
Therapy may be best for IBS, new research suggests
Currently, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is often used as more of a last resort when other methods of easing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome don’t work. New research suggests that behavioural therapy and gut-directed hypnotherapy could be more effective than previously realised…
5 practical ways to deal with passive-aggressive relatives
Struggling to deal with passive-aggressive family members? We share five simple, practical ways to help reduce tension, improve communication, and help you respond with calm confidence.…
How do you deal with school refusal?
With more and more pupils feeling anxious about school, how can we, as parents, support our kids in getting back into the classroom while still ensuring that they feel safe and heard? We share more about school refusal, why it happens, and what you can do to help…
When is spontaneity a sign of something more?
Explore the connection between impulsive behaviour and certain mental health conditions, along with its impact, and when you should seek help…
Loneliness and anxiety fuel social media addiction in night owls, new study finds
Problematic technology use amongst young adult ‘night owls’ is being influenced by feelings of anxiety and loneliness, a new study suggests…
What is gaslighting?
When a lie is repeated often enough, we start to accept it as the truth – even when it may conflict with the facts, or our own experiences...…