De-Stress From Distress

Stress is a normal part of life and the human body is equipped to respond and react to it. Stress can have positive impacts: it assists the human body and mind to be alert, to avoid danger and to be focused and productive. Modern life however, includes pressures to...

Exam-Time Stressbusters

Smart Psychology founders Orla McLoughlin and Marianne Wall help people overcome difficulties in their lives through workshops, courses and one-to-one counselling, and this week – as the countdown to exams begins in earnest — some tips for parents on how to help...

Tips to Improve Your Sleep

Make your bedroom a pleasant place Remove all technology from your bedroom Use dim lighting in the evening and bright light in the morning Make sure you are not too hot or too cold Do not drink caffeinated drinks such as tea or coffee after 6pm Avoid regular...