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Social anxiety — why it’s okay and how to cope

Social anxiety -- why it’s okay and how to cope The AoC Trust predicts some awkward half-hug-pat experiences as we all try to adjust to the eventual relaxation of social distancing. You expect us to meet people in close contact and hug soon? Really? Some of us aren’t even ready to go to Asda yet. [...]

Social anxiety — why it’s okay and how to cope2021-05-12T11:38:20+01:00

The social dilemma: social media as an accelerator for addiction

The social dilemma: social media as an accelerator for addiction Yet again, Netflix has got us gripped as some of us watch The Social Dilemma in a bid to fend off boredom on an evening. But unlike other movies and series, The Social Dilemma has hit a nerve for many -- making us check our [...]

The social dilemma: social media as an accelerator for addiction2021-04-23T14:28:14+01:00

Join the #100AoC campaign to support therapy sessions for all

Join the #100AoC campaign to support therapy sessions for all  Whether you’re an HR professional, a CEO that wants to effect change, an educator, or in the healthcare industry, the #100AoC campaign is the perfect opportunity for you to actively support the provision of mental health support.  Let’s be honest, we all have wobbles with [...]

Join the #100AoC campaign to support therapy sessions for all2021-04-23T14:32:00+01:00

Technical Issues

Unfortunately The AoC & The ACC are currently without an internet connection due unforeseen circumstances. This will mean we will not be available via live chat for both services & have limited access to emails. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause, we’re working hard to be back with you ASAP! Kindest regards - The AoC [...]

Technical Issues2020-01-07T10:04:52+00:00

Skint, Stressed & Suicidal: Life on Universal Credit

Hello all and welcome back to another blog by Bloggie Ben. This month I will be basing my blog on Universal Credit which is known as a ‘new style’ of job seekers allowance (JSA). I will going through what Universal Credit is, how it differs to JSA and the effects it has had on people, [...]

Skint, Stressed & Suicidal: Life on Universal Credit2019-09-03T11:02:11+01:00
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