Most of us, at some point in our lives, will have felt a little lost, and unsure of who we are. But for those with BPD, this sense of instability persists throughout their life – in their relationships, their behaviour, and even their own identity. Here we delve into the truth about BPD…
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MYTHS DEBUNKED
We break down common myths and misconceptions about mental health.
10 Health Anxiety Myths Debunked
Think how frustrating it is when people don’t believe you about something. Now, imagine not being taken seriously when it comes to your health, when you are convinced you have the symptoms of a serious illness… Here we burst the bubble of health anxiety misconceptions…
Bipolar Disorder Myths Debunked
You’ve almost certainly heard of it, but how much do you actually know about bipolar disorder? To set the record straight, Eleanor Segall, who is diagnosed with bipolar one herself, explains the condition, and what you need to know to better support and understand others…
10 OCD Misconceptions
We’ve all heard someone describe their clean home as OCD, right? Or the myth that everyone who has OCD has a fear of germs? Maybe you’ve heard that everyone is ‘a little OCD’? Read on to find out the truth about OCD, from someone who actually has it…
50 Mental Health Myths Debunked
You’ve heard them before – ‘People with mental health problems are weak’. ‘Only teenage girls self-harm’. ‘Mums with postnatal depression don’t love their babies’. Even today, these completely false claims can be heard throughout our society, and the negative effects can be devastating. It’s time to educate ourselves…