All Guidance pages – Page 13
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GuidanceWhat to do when a colleague dies
Any death – at whatever age, and by whatever cause – is distressing. And while people leave jobs for all sorts of reasons, it’s very different when a workplace looks and feels diminished because of a death.
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GuidanceProblem gambling
If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction to gambling, a range of self-help tips and support services are available.
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GuidanceUnderstanding compulsive gaming
Approximately 32 million people in the UK enjoy online video games. While the majority spend an average of 10 hours per week playing, some people struggle with what the World Health Organisation refers to as a gaming disorder.
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GuidanceUnderstanding post-traumatic stress disorder
Find out more about the symptoms, causes and treatments of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (c-PTSD)
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GuidanceWhat is diabetes?
Diabetes is a group of metabolic disorders in which a person has abnormally high blood sugar, either because their pancreas does not produce enough insulin or because these cells do not respond to the insulin that the body produces.
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GuidanceWhat is osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis is a long-term condition that causes joints to become painful and stiff. It’s the most common type of arthritis in the UK, affecting over 8.75 million people. Find out more about the condition.
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GuidanceWhat is heart failure?
Heart failure refers to the condition when the heart is unable to pump blood around the body as well as it should. This can lead to oxygen deprivation to the rest of the body, and abnormal back pressure developing within blood vessels of the body, causing a number of problems.
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GuidanceWhat is coronary heart disease?
It’s estimated that over seven million people in the UK have a diagnosis of coronary heart disease (CHD), with more men than women affected. Learn about the risk factors, symptoms and treatments associated with this condition.
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GuidanceUnderstanding low mood
Feeling low from time to time is part of life. Find out how to recognise low mood, what we can learn from it and tips to lift it.
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GuidanceWhat is a stroke?
A stroke occurs when part of the brain dies as a result of oxygen deprivation, typically due to a blockage in one of the arteries leading to the brain or one of the small vessels deep inside the brain. Learn how to spot the signs of a stroke.
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GuidanceWhat is atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common heart rhythm disturbance in the UK, affecting around one million adults. In AF, the normal regular electrical impulses of the heart become disorganised, leading to an irregular heartbeat. Find out more about the condition.
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GuidanceWhat is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for a number of chronic lung diseases which include chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Learn about the symptoms of COPD and the treatments that are available.
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GuidanceUnderstanding cholesterol
Cholesterol is something which everyone has as it is produced naturally and is needed to help keep us healthy. However, if unhealthy levels of cholesterol are allowed to develop these can lead to serious health issues.
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GuidanceRaising responsible teenagers
Raising your teenager to become a responsible, independent and happy adult is an ongoing process but here are some things that you can do to help ease the journey.
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GuidanceDevelopmental stages series: raising infants
Welcoming a new baby into your family is exciting but it can also be exhausting! Infants, from birth to age one, require a lot of attention and it can be difficult to know what to do every step of the way. Here are some tips to help you adjust to life with your new baby.
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GuidanceDevelopmental stages series: raising toddlers
Raising a toddler can be tiring and at times, frustrating. But it’s also a very special stage in your life and your child’s. These tips will help ease the journey from babyhood to starting school.
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GuidanceDevelopmental stages series: starting primary school
By the time your child enters school, they’ve developed enough independence and understanding to enable them to cope away from their parents for a certain length of time. These tips will enable you to support your child as they start primary school.
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GuidanceDevelopmental stages series: starting secondary school
Secondary school is a time in every young person’s life full of possibilities, plans, hopes and goals. But anxieties and stresses can also take a toll. These tips will help you support your child during these school years.
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GuidanceDevelopmental stages series: raising tweens (10-12 year olds)
The term ‘tween’ refers to young people aged ten to twelve who are between childhood and adolescence. Tweens are often anxious about what lies ahead over the coming few years and as parents, you can help to ease that transition.
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GuidanceHelping your children to eat more healthily
Ensuring that your children eat healthily can be a real challenge. Here are some ways to make mealtimes healthier while keeping the family happy and the bank balance in check.