mental health

Mental Health Awareness Week 2025. Image of hands holding a cardboard cut-out of people in a circle holding hands. Each person is in a different colour of card.

Mental Health Awareness Week 2025: You’re Not Alone

By Dr David R Hamilton | May 9, 2025

Most people have a personal mental health story. If you’re struggling with your mental health, please tell someone you trust. You’re not alone.

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A superfood for your soul

By Dr David R Hamilton | March 20, 2025

We all know that eating well nourishes our bodies. Nutritious food gives us energy, supports…

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The Joy of Letting Go of the Schedule

By Dr David R Hamilton | January 24, 2025

I’m writing this as Storm Eowyn is currently ripping through Scotland. I live in a…

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20 science-based tips for increasing happiness

By Dr David R Hamilton | January 14, 2025

I’ve compiled 20 different tips, or hacks, for boosting your happiness, each with a wee bit of scientific justification.

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