I Have Issues - Psychology with Dr Mark

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How well do you know yourself on a psychological level?
Would you say that you have good self-awareness ?
Have you been told that you have low or no self-awareness?

Self-awareness is an issue that lots of people can struggle with.
People with  this issue can say and do things without consideration or understanding  the impact on other people.
They can go through life, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake and never look behind and think how it got there.
No surprises, they can be very difficult people to have in your life.

In this episode I discuss what self-awareness is and why some people have an issue with it.
I talk about reactive v's reflective people and the difference this makes to our level of self-awareness. 
As ever, this podcast is about hope and I provide advice and support for people who have an issue with self-awareness and how they can work on it. 

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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Do you struggle with bouts of loneliness?
Is loneliness causing you poor mental health?
Are you concerned about the impact of loneliness on someone you care about? 

Loneliness has been been described as a disease that can cause poor mental and physical health.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, loneliness has taken it's toll on people all over the world, from children to older people. 
Loneliness as an issue is serious, as it has the potential to make you sick and possibly end your life.

Why is loneliness such a serious issue and what does it do to our body and brain?
What can you do to beat loneliness ?
In this episode I answer these questions and tackle the issue of loneliness.
As ever, this podcast is about hope and I talk you through ways that you can beat the issue of loneliness and recover from it. 

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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Are you experiencing grief?
Are you trying to support someone who is grieving?

Grief is one of the most intense psychological  experiences we can go through.
It consumes our life, leaving us feeling lost, hopeless and scared.
Grief can cause a number of physical and mental health problems and sadly, grief can even end your life. 

Why is grief such a difficult issue to cope with?
What happens in our body and brain when we are grieving?
Is there anything we should do / not do that will help?
What can you do to support yourself and others who are grieving?

In this episode I will provide help to cope with grief. 
Please subscribe, share and comment if you find this episode useful.

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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What exactly is Toxic Masculinity?
How does someone develop the issue of Toxic Masculinity? 
What can you do if you have an issue with Toxic Masculinity or know someone who has? 

In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I explore the issue of Toxic Masculinity. 
This is an issue that is discussed a lot in the media at the moment and the impact that it has on society. 
But how does someone develop this issue and what can they and we do to deal with this? 
What is the psychology behind Toxic Masculinity? 

In this episode I explain what Toxic Masculinity is, how this issue develops and how it is maintained. 
I talk about how to prevent this issue from occurring and especially the  responsibility male members of society have in enabling change within the younger generations. 
As always, this  podcast is about hope and I discuss ways that you can deal with the issue of Toxic Masculinity. 

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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Do you feel you have Burnout?
Is Burnout something that you are concerned about, for you or for someone you care about? 
What exactly is Burnout and is it really such a big deal?

In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of Burnout.    
Burnout is a serious issue, creating poor physical and mental health for the person who has it. 
Burnout is not  something to be taken lightly, as it can have drastic implications for the person's quality of life, relationships and career,   
Burnout can sadly cause some people to feel suicidal and also struggle with addiction problems. 

In this episode I explain what Burnout means, the symptoms to look out for and how someone may develop an issue with it. 
I talk about how to cope if you have Burnout and ways to stop yourself from getting it in the first place. 
As always, this  podcast is about hope and I discuss ways that you can manage the issue of Burnout.  

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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Have you been told you have an issue with Narcissism? 
Do you have someone in your life that you believe has an issue with Narcissism?
Is there a Narcissist that is causing chaos in your life? 

In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of Narcissism.    
Someone with the issue of Narcissism  will struggle with their relationships and may find that they are frequented isolated by people. 
The issue of Narcissism is a serious one, as it can create destructive and manipulative behaviors such as bullying and coercive control.    
Narcissism can cause mental health problems such as depression and anxiety, both for the Narcissist and the people who have to deal with them,  

In this episode I explain what Narcissism means and how someone may develop an issue with Narcissism. 
I talk about how to cope if you have someone in your life that has an issue with Narcissism. 
As ever, this podcast is about hope and I discuss ways that you can manage the issue of Narcissism. 

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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Are you living with the pain of a broken heart?
Have you been dealing with the end of a relationship that you didn't want to finish?
Does your broken heart cause you to find life a struggle to live? 

In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of heartbreak.    
A broken heart can happen to any of us and for lots of different reasons. 
We can suffer from heartbreak when we are adjusting to a difficult life-event such as the end of a relationship, someone we love dying or when your children leave home. 
Heartbreak can make life hard to live as everyday we feel overwhelmed by negative emotions. 
Heartbreak can cause mental health problems such as depression and anxiety. 

In this episode I explain what happens in our body and brain when we experience heartbreak. Why does it hurt so badly? 
I talk about why heartbreak happens and what you can do should this happen to you or someone you care about. 
As ever, this podcast is about hope and I discuss ways that you can heal from the pain of heartbreak. 

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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Do you feel insecure about some aspect of yourself?
Do you find it hard to accept yourself for all that you are?
Does insecurity cause you to feel sad, anxious or depressed?  

In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of insecurity.   
We can all feel insecurity and managing it is not always easy. 
We may feel anxious, scared and sad about some parts of who we are and find these hard to live with. 
Insecurity can leave us feeling we are not good enough and we can negatively compare ourselves to others, 
We may become desperate for attention from others so we can feel good about ourselves. 

People with an issue of insecurity can find it hard to be in a relationship and become needy and possessive because they feel insecure about themselves.  
Dealing with our insecurities is vital so that they don't hold us back from living our life on our own terms. 

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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Do you find it hard to express your emotions and feelings?  
Do you try to control your feelings because you are afraid to appear weak?
Have you been told that you are emotionally repressed?  

In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of control.   
Control can be used as a way to deal with feelings we don't like and are afraid to express. 
We may feel embarrassed, ashamed or guilty about our feelings and so use control to stop ourselves experiencing those negative feelings. 
We can end up mentally and psychically unwell as out body tries to cope with all that unexpressed and repressed feeling and energy. 
We may never learn how to emotionally regulate and so be prone to over-reacting to small things. 

People with an issue of control can struggle to be in healthy relationships, have addiction problems and no surprises be emotionally repressed. 
Having a healthy relationship with our feelings is vital as this is a relationship that we can't break up with and control keeps this relationship unhealthy. 

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Suicide rates in England for 15-19 year olds are the highest they have been in 30 years.
The loss of any young person to suicide is utterly tragic and obviously devasting to their family, friends and community. 

In the latest episode of ' I Have Issues,' I discuss the issue of teenage suicide. 
I'm honoured to be joined by Ben West. 
In 2018, when Ben was 17, his younger brother Sam who was 15 died by suicide. 
Ben and I talk honestly and openly about Sam, his mental health and his death. Ben discusses the impact this had on him and his family and how he coped in the aftermath of such an incredible loss. 

Ben is one of the most engaged mental health campaigners in the UK, committed to making real change around mental health in our society. He campaigns endless, lobbying the government to create positive and meaning change around mental health policies and services. In 2022 Ben wrote his first book , "This Book Could Save Your Life - Breaking the Silence Around the Mental Health Emergency." 

This episode as ever has hope as it's focus, and Ben talks about his story as a means to provide support and hope to the listeners. 
I appreciate that talking about suicide in teenagers is a frightening topic for many, however it is for that very reason that we need to talk about it. 

I'm an adolescent and adult chartered psychologist for the past two decades. This is a completely free and independant podcast, non-sponsored and ad-free to support you with your mental health. Please support this podcast by sharing and rating it. 

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