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Biting the skin off my fingers feels like self-harm – but I can’t stop

Therapy could help you figure out why you still resort to this coping mechanism from your past – which is one I can relate to

How the perils of mountain biking helped me cope with my brain tumour diagnosis

Hurtling down trails on two wheels might not be the most obvious way to cope with a life-changing news but for Tracey Croke it helped her find inner peace

A Chelsea garden for our darkest days

Darren Hawkes, garden designer and Samaritans helpline volunteer, has created a space full of empathy at the Chelsea Flower Show. By Donna Ferguson

Every anxiety dream I’ve ever had – ranked!

From self-cannibalism to spilling tomato sauce down my wedding dress, my nightmares are trying to keep me real

‘Sometimes I don’t recognise my own family’: life with face blindness

Can long Covid make it harder to identify acquaintances, friends, even close relatives? Scientists are investigating a possible link

A holiday is about more than just a break. It’s a chance to dip a toe into a new version of yourself

If your life feels stuck, a trip can put you back in touch with your sense of adventure

‘My father died in my arms at my wedding’

On his wedding day, Tim Sullivan’s much-loved dad suddenly collapsed and died on what should have been the happiest of days. But what he learned has shaped his life

Fake or fact: how to recognise a conspiracy theory

Everyone is susceptible to misinformation or being led astray online. Here’s how to know when to follow your intuition or look for more facts

Full speed ahead: why do some of us struggle with low libido – and five ways to help

For most of us, the key to boosting sexual interest is to find what works your accelerator and what slams on the brakes. Could a new hormone treatment play a part in improving sex lives? Plus debunking the most common low libido myths

The big idea: can writing make you healthier?

Research supports the benefits of ‘expressive writing’ – but what makes it so cathartic?

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