We’re all in it together. We are facing risk factors to emotional and mental well-being. We are also facing opportunities and risks to our physical health.
We’re ahead of the SAD season. However, preparation is key. Humans often end up in a place then think their way out of a sticky wicket – rather than planning ahead and getting some key areas boxed off.
Calls to eating disorders helplines are up 30% during this year of lockdown. You might have a low-grade version or be in need of closer medical support, so be sure to reach out to your GP if you are in need of closer medical support.
The menstrual cycle is controlled by hormones. In each cycle, rising levels of the hormone oestrogen cause the ovary to develop and release an egg (ovulation). … Levels of oestrogen and progesterone fall, and the womb lining comes away and leaves the body as a period (the menstrual flow).