Ailments/Issues
Ailment or mental wellbeing issues post
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Misophonia – what is it?
Hi, and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy and bite-size. In this episode, I will discuss Misophonia, what it is, and possible help and support to manage this condition. HYPNOSIS: AN EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR MISOPHONIA, THE FEAR OF SOUNDS. Misophonia, often referred to as the fear of sounds, is a relatively lesser-known condition that affects a significant number of individuals worldwide. This article aims to shed light on what misophonia is, how it impacts people’s lives, and the potential of hypnosis as a valuable treatment option. Understanding Misophonia and Its Impact: Misophonia is a neurologically based disorder characterised by an intense emotional and physiological response to…
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Types of therapy for ADHD
Hi and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy and welcome to bitesize. Where I will serve up bite-sized portions of inspiration, knowledge, and insight! In this episode, I will be discussing some of the possible therapies for people with ADHD. Medication is typically one of the go-to approaches for adults and children dealing with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. However, for those who want extra support or don’t want to take medication, ADHD therapies can help manage their condition. Whether you’re looking for concrete steps to take and skills to learn or more insight-oriented therapy to learn how some of your habits affect your life and relationships, there…
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ADHD Burnout
Hi and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy and welcome to bitesize. Where I will serve up bite-sized portions of inspiration, knowledge, and insight! In this episode, we will be continuing our mini-series about ADHD and the burnout it can cause the people with ADHD. ADHD is exhausting. For the individual, the partner, the parent, colleague, teacher, child etc… … but mostly for the individual. To understand why, it’s important to return to the basics. A diagnosis of ADHD suggests that a bunch of things may be difficult. If you read through the list carefully, you’ll notice that they all relate to each other: The…
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ADHD: Procrastination, Forgetfulness and Fighting
Hi and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy and welcome to bitesize. Where I will serve up bite-sized portions of inspiration, knowledge, and insight! In this episode, we will be looking at ADHD. This will be a short series on the topic over the next three podcasts. One of my primary jobs as a therapist is to help people understand behaviour. Why? Because without understanding, we often jump to our own conclusions as to why things are happening. – You don’t want to get out of bed this morning? You’re lazy. – You forget to pay that bill last month? You’re irresponsible. – You didn’t do the dishes last…
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Anxiety of those three little words “How are you?”
Hi and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy and welcome to bitesize. Where I will serve up bite-sized portions of inspiration, knowledge, and insight! In this episode, I will be looking at those three little words that can either help or cause so much trouble “How are you”? Pain and The Anxiety of Those 3 Little Words: “How Are You?” Reminder: You are a human being. So, whether you’re experiencing overwhelming grief, fear or pain, a well-meaning “How are you?” can seem like the dumbest—or at least the most awkward—question you’ve ever heard. The truthful answer could be anything, but just coming up with that…
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Hypnosis: A powerful tool to defeat insomnia and reclaim your sleep.
Hi and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy. In this podcast, I will be discussing how hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool for supporting people with sleep difficulties, insomnia or poor sleep hygiene. Sleep is a such a crucially vital component of our overall well-being, but for those who suffer from insomnia, a good night’s sleep can seem elusive. Insomnia, characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, can have a detrimental impact on our physical and mental health. While there are various treatments available, one lesser-known yet effective method is hypnosis. Today, we will explore how hypnosis can be a powerful tool in defeating insomnia…
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Building body confidence
Hi, We’re Going to Talk About Body Confidence today here with me Darryl on this Bitesize episode at McCullagh Therapy. We’ve All Been There. We’ve Looked in The Mirror and Not Liked the Person Staring Back at Us. While This Can Be Mental as Well, It Is Often Physical. Maybe We Don’t Like That Bit of Pudge Around Our Waist or The Shape of Our Curves. No Matter What the Problem is, there is a solution. Our Bodies as Our Temples We are told we should treat our body well and we will feel mentally well. However, the opposite is true as well. Our bodies, minds, and emotions all feed…
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Seasonal depression
Hi and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy and welcome to bitesize. Where we serve up bite-sized portions of inspiration, knowledge, and insight! In this series, we’ll explore seasonal depression, its effects, causes and ways to support yourself to manage this condition. Lower Temperatures and Lower Moods: What is Seasonal Depression Seasonal Affective Disorder. Seasonal Depression. Winter Blues. We have a lot of names for the way the time of year may play into our mental health. As we approach colder weather, shorter days, and darker mornings, it’s not uncommon to start to experience lower moods. According to the National Health Service, Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)…
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Thoughts are not facts
Hi and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy and welcome to bitesize where we serve up bite-sized portions of inspiration, knowledge, and insight! In this series, we’ll explore why our thoughts are not facts. Why everything we think about may not be true. We all have thousands of thoughts each day. Some of them are more obvious, like “I’m worried I’m going to be late because the train is late” or, “They must not like me.” Others are obvious, often triggered by situations or events and leading to negative emotions influenced by our perception of the situation. Thoughts can take the form of words, phrases,…
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Bitesize – The unspoken truth about anxiety
Hi and welcome back. I am Darryl and welcome to McCullagh Therapy and welcome to bitesize. Where we serve up bite-sized portions of inspiration, knowledge, and insight! In this series, we’ll explore the unspoken truths about anxiety and how it is not just about being a worrier. Anxiety is a prevalent mental health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, many aspects of anxiety often go unspoken and overlooked. This podcast will shed light on some crucial truths about anxiety that are rarely discussed openly. Understanding these hidden aspects can foster empathy, support, and better mental health awareness. 1. It’s Not Just Worrying – Anxiety is often…