What is a guilt complex?
Guilt is one of the most universal human emotions. It tells you that you have done something that clashes with your values, and in small doses it is genuinely useful. It is the feeling that prompts you to apologise, to make amends, to do better next time. But for some people, guilt does not come […]
What are the symptoms of teething in babies?
Few milestones create quite as much confusion as teething. Every time a baby dribbles, chews a fist or has a difficult night, someone suggests it must be their teeth. Sometimes it is. Often it is not. Babies start producing more saliva at around 2 to 3 months as their salivary glands develop, which can look […]
What causes low self-esteem, and how can you raise it?
Most people go through patches of feeling less confident. A setback at work, a difficult comment from someone you care about, a stretch of bad luck. Usually the feeling passes. But for some people, low self-esteem is not a phase. It is a constant, quiet voice that says you are not good enough, and it […]
What are homeopathic remedies and do they work?
Homeopathy is one of the most widely debated forms of complementary medicine in the UK. Millions of people use homeopathic remedies, and products are sold openly in high street pharmacies. At the same time, the NHS no longer funds homeopathic prescriptions, and the scientific consensus is that these remedies perform no better than a placebo. […]
Why are my ankles swollen, and what helps?
Swollen ankles are one of those things that can look alarming but often have a straightforward explanation. You have been on your feet all day, the weather is warm, your shoes are tight, or you have been sitting in one position for hours. Fluid pools in your lower legs, your ankles puff up, and by […]
What are flower remedies, and do they work?
Flower remedies sit in an unusual corner of complementary therapy. They have been around for nearly a century, they are widely available in chemists and health food shops across the UK, and many people swear by them for stress, low mood and everyday emotional ups and downs. At the same time, the clinical research that […]