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Overprescribing Anti-Depressants: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly

Antidepressant use has soared over the past two decades, with the UK alone seeing a doubling in prescriptions since 2008. While medication can be life-changing for some, concerns are growing around its overprescription, especially for patients who may not need long-term pharmacological treatment. From the reluctance of GPs to offer fast-acting relief to the alarming trend of children being medicated, it’s time to ask, are we medicating emotion at the expense of wellbeing?

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Why We’re Drawn to Fragrances from the Past: The Power of Scent and Memory

Of all the senses, smell is the most closely linked to memory and emotion. The olfactory system is directly connected to the limbic system, particularly the amygdala and hippocampus, which govern our emotional processing and long-term memories. This is why just one spray of a familiar scent can instantly transport you back to your teenage bedroom, a first date, or a warm summer holiday.

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Can You Trust the DWP When Their Own Staff Steal?

Recent revelations have highlighted disturbing cases of DWP staff committing benefit fraud, stealing funds meant for people living in poverty, with disabilities, or nearing the end of their lives. These are not just administrative errors; these are deliberate criminal acts carried out by individuals who know the system inside and out.

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Why Recruiters Must Prioritise Mental Health

Job hunting can be an emotional rollercoaster. For many applicants, it’s not just about career advancement, it’s about survival, stability, and dignity. Yet far too often, candidates are left in the dark, ignored for months or indefinitely “ghosted” after investing time, energy, and hope into their application. The silence can be deafening, and detrimental to mental health.

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Understanding the Microbiome, Gut Bacteria

The human microbiome refers to the trillions of microorganisms—bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa—that live on and inside the body. The gut microbiome, in particular, plays a crucial role in digestion, immune function, and even brain chemistry. Research is rapidly uncovering how this “second brain” in the gut communicates with our actual brain and influences physical and mental well-being.

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How To Deal With People With Ableist Attidudes

Living with an invisible disability is a silent struggle, one that is often met with doubt, judgment, and unsolicited advice. The absence of visible symptoms often leads others, sometimes even friends or family, to minimise or dismiss the very real impact such conditions have on daily life. This ableist mindset can be harmful, especially when it’s cloaked in “concern” or feigned expertise.

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The Definition of Hate Crime and What the Law Says

Hate crime is a violation of human rights and a crime against the very values of equality, dignity, and respect. It tears communities apart and leaves victims in emotional ruins. Society must come together to condemn hate, strengthen the law, and support victims. Most importantly, we must remember that diversity is our strength, and no one should be made to feel unsafe for simply being who they are.

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Welfare Vote Sparks Outrage Amid Criticism of ‘Two-Tier’ PIP Plans

While reforming PIP to make it more compassionate and efficient is a valid goal, the current welfare vote signals a dangerous turn toward conditionality and restriction. The proposed “two-tier” approach risks further marginalising vulnerable people and failing to address the diverse spectrum of disability and illness in the UK. Without meaningful consultation, real investment, and a focus on dignity and independence, the government may not be reforming welfare, but dismantling it.