Many of us are now working from home. For some, this will only be for the duration of a lockdown, while others have found themselves moved permanently to home-working. While working from home does have its advantages, there are many drawbacks, too. Stress, isolation and worry about the future can hit especially hard, particularly if…
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If you’ve arrived on this page, it’s very likely that someone you love is struggling with substance use issues. You’re not alone. A 2017 Pew Research Center survey found that one in eight adults in the US suffer from Alcohol Use Disorder, while almost 50 per cent said that someone close to them was battling…
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All industries have at least some problems with drug and alcohol abuse. Despite stereotypes, people working in the world of finance are no more likely to develop substance abuse issues than in any other — in fact, rates of substance abuse are somewhat lower in the finance industry than average. Because it’s so high-pressure, though,…
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The novel coronavirus pandemic has had many serious health consequences above and beyond its effects. As cases rise and deaths mount, even those not directly impacted by COVID-19 are suffering. Some of the effects are physical: when people can’t access outdoor spaces or visit the gym, there will naturally impact their health. Mental health is…
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The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant and wide-reaching impact upon people from all walks of life. Some have seen loved ones battle the disease, or have become ill themselves. Many have found themselves faced with a dramatic change in their financial circumstances. Everyone has been impacted by lockdown measures designed to prevent the spread…
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