Relationship breakdowns Whether you are arguing with your loved ones, finding it difficult to communicate at all, or feel that you’re on a different path -- relationship breakdowns happen, and it can feel overwhelming and painful. At the AoC, we’ve had an increase in calls to the centre concerning relationship breakdowns, and we’re here to [...]
Can’t eat? Eating to excess? Eating disorders revealed At the AoC Trust, we’ve been receiving many calls for support from people struggling with food, whether that’s not being able to eat and digest food or emotional eating to excess. Firstly, you are not alone. The AoC Trust is here to help you if you feel [...]
11 million days lost due to work-related stress When 11 million days are lost to work-related stress each in the UK, you would have thought that it’s understood, but it’s perhaps one of the most misunderstood areas of mental health. Work-related stress might start as a feeling that you can’t cope, that the work is too demanding [...]
1 in 3 suffer trauma What’s wrong with me? Why is this happening to me? Whether you shake*, have flashbacks, can’t sleep, feel guilt, irritability, or severe loneliness -- you could be affected by a traumatic experience. The truth is, one in three people have suffered trauma in their lives, and you might not even [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Hi readers. Bloggie Ben here back with another blog based on the much-discussed Coronavirus / Covid19. Before we get into things, I want to apologise for the lack of blog posts recently. Things have become extremely busy for The AoC, The AoC Trust and The ACC Contact Centre, even when working from home! We will be [...]
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 [...]
In this month’s blog I want to again talk about gaming but specifically about gaming for children, young people and adults, and about the new craze known as Fortnite. I will go through, briefly, what is gaming, what is Fortnite: some of the effects Fortnite has had upon children, young people and adults, and how [...]
