body concerns

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, making it the perfect time to prioritise connection and introduce some new ways to achieve it with your partner (while finding the perfect gift in the process).

The theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week is nature. Spending time in nature has a proven positive effect on our mental health, calming negative feelings and improving our sense of wellbeing.

Dr Alia Ahmed is a consultant dermatologist, with a specialist interest in the psychological impact of skin disease, otherwise known as a Psychodermatologist.

Take a step back this summer, be gentle with yourself and find some comfort in taking control of your own wellbeing, nourishing your body and indulging in rituals of self-care.