Warning signs of depression in young people
An article about young people, depression and the warning signs of it. One of our friends, Simon, is 20 and has deferred from uni for a year. He used to be quite outgoing and spent a lot of time just hanging out with us and going surfing with ... [... more]
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Eating disorders - children
Eating disorders can affect children. Eating disorders are really about feelings and could signal that a child is having emotional, social or developmental difficulties. Knowing the risk factors and early warning signs can help to prevent the ... [... more]
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Heart conditions - angina
Angina is chest pain caused by insufficient blood flow to the muscle of the heart. Angina may be a warning sign of an impending heart attack. Arteries which service the heart have become narrowed by fatty plaques, which reduces blood flow. Angina ... [... more]
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Relationship support services
Be aware of the early warning signs of relationship breakdown and be prepared to act. It can help you resolve conflict. Early warning signs of problems include: Being preoccupied with interests outside the relationship, leading to one partner ... [... more]
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Stroke - signs and symptoms
There are quite specific warning signs of an impending stroke. Transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs) are an important warning sign that a stroke may occur in the future. By recognising the warning signs and taking action, you may be able to avert a ... [... more]
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Diabetes - pre-diabetes
Pre-diabetes has no symptoms or warning signs and is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes. Pre-diabetes also increases your risk of heart disease. Pre-diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are higher than normal, although ... [... more]
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Dementia - diagnosis and early signs
Dementia has early warning signs and symptoms. An early diagnosis will help manage a person's dementia. Signs may be vague but may include loss of memory, particularly for recent events, confusion, apathy, withdrawal and the loss of ability to do ... [... more]
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Gambling - do you have a problem?
There are various warning signs that may indicate you are developing problem gambling habits. These may include an increase in how often you gamble, gambling until you've spent the last dollar, and not being truthful to others about how much ... [... more]
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Suicide and mental illness explained
Suicide is a major cause of death among people with a mental illness. A suicide attempt may be an early warning sign that a person is developing a mental illness. There are steps you can take if you think a friend or relative is considering ... [... more]
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Youth suicide prevention - the warning signs
All suicide threats should be taken seriously. When dealing with a young person with suicidal thoughts, show support and avoid being judgmental. Don't be sworn to secrecy. Let the young person know that their safety is more important than ... [... more]
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Dementia and travelling
Travelling with a person who has dementia can present a number of hazards and challenges. With care and planning, travel or a holiday is possible. It will help if the carer is aware of some of the warning signs that may indicate travel is ... [... more]
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