Signs of anorexia include: fear of gaining weight, unrealistic ideas about body shape or weight; denial of a problem; an ‘inner voice’ that challenges views on eating and exercise; strange or obsessive behaviour around eating; mood swings, depression, secrecy; restlessness or hyperactivity; wearing baggy clothes; vomiting, taking laxatives, exercising excessively.
Report a crime or anti-social behaviour by calling the police, or Crimestoppers (0800 555 111) if you want to remain anonymous – they will pass the info on to the police.
We judge others because it’s a lot easier than looking at ourselves. Unfortunately, it’s also completely unproductive and, in many cases, harmful. Judging others causes strife in relationships, and it prevents new relationships from forming. Perhaps even worse, it prevents us from trying to improve ourselves.
If you are a victim of rape or sexual assault, you can call the police on 999 as soon as possible who have special units to deal with it. You can also call Rape Crisis confidentially on 0808 802 9999.
You know yourself better than anyone, and if you’ve noticed a change in your body or something is worrying you, it’s worth talking to someone and getting yourself checked out. Doctors will take your concerns seriously.
Staying fit is usually achieved through both eating healthily and sensibly, and exercising regularly. Giving up exercise restricts the body’s ability to burn off excess energy.
In the UK, postal mail scams cost individuals a total of £3.5 billion each year, according to government figures. The elderly are often most severely affected, typically losing £1,200 each, twice as much as younger age groups.
You get Child Benefit if you’re responsible for a child under 16 (or under 20 if they stay in approved education or training) – £20.30 for the eldest and £13.40 for additional, per week.
When your friend tells you they are sorry, embrace their apology as a way to move on from an argument. Do not keep bringing up the issue or continue reminding your friend about what happened.
Truly accepting an apology means that you have thought it through, acknowledge that your friend made a mistake, and embrace the fact that your friend is sorry.