Multiple sclerosis (also called MS) is one of those afflictions whose cause is unknown and for which a cure has yet to be discovered. MS, also referred to as “disseminated sclerosis” or “encephalomyelitis disseminata” is a disease which leads to damage of white matter. White matter in the body are myelin sheaths in brain and spinal [...]

In Western culture, death and dying is a subject usually avoided, or tiptoed-around, and yet we all know it’s inevitable. Once acknowledged and spoken about openly, it helps people to be less fearful and more accepting. The consequences of avoidance Emotional problems can result when there has been no opportunity for the one who is [...]

Confidence, at least healthy self confidence, is something most people would like to have more often. In seeking to become more confident though, it can be useful to explore what self confidence may or may not be. So what is confidence? Is it feeling superior to others? Is it being single minded or stubborn? Is [...]

Solicitors report a sharp up-rise in couples seeking divorce proceedings after Christmas every year, and it is reported that family relationships hit an all-time low. Tears and tantrums not mistletoe kisses What should be a time of happiness and joy turns out to be a time of misery for those who are in relationships where [...]