Why Stress Eating Happens

by Rachel Penn | May 1, 2025 | Blog, Education, eQuoo, Mental Wellbeing, PsycApps, Student Resources

Why Stress Eating Happens The Science of Cortisol and Cravings Have you ever found yourself reaching for a chocolate bar or a bag of crisps after a stressful day? If so, you’re not alone. Stress eating, also known as emotional eating, is a common response to stress,...

Neuroinflammation and Stress

by Rachel Penn | Apr 29, 2025 | Blog, Education, eQuoo, Mental Wellbeing, PsycApps, Student Resources

Neuroinflammation and Stress Why Your Brain Needs Calm to Heal Have you ever felt mentally foggy, emotionally drained, or physically exhausted after prolonged stress? That’s not just in your head, stress can actually trigger neuroinflammation, a condition where the...

Get Britain Working

by Rachel Penn | Apr 29, 2025 | Blog, Education, eQuoo, Mental Wellbeing, PsycApps, Student Resources

Get Britain Working What The White Paper Really Means In March 2024, the UK Government published its “Get Britain Working” White Paper,  a sweeping statement of intent aiming to reduce long-term economic inactivity and bring more people back into employment. At a...

How Job-Related Stress Affects Mental Health

by Rachel Penn | Apr 28, 2025 | Blog, Education, eQuoo, Mental Wellbeing, PsycApps, Student Resources

How Job-Related Stress Affects Mental Health Workplace Burnout Do you often feel exhausted before the workday even begins? Are you struggling to concentrate, feeling detached from your job, or noticing an increase in stress-related health issues? If so, you might be...

The Role of Boundaries in Stress Management

by Rachel Penn | Apr 24, 2025 | Blog, Education, eQuoo, Mental Wellbeing, PsycApps, Student Resources

The Role of Boundaries in Stress Management Why Saying No is Healthy Have you ever said yes to something when you really wanted to say no? Maybe a friend asked for a favour, your boss requested extra work, or a family member needed help, so you agreed, even though you...