Mental Health Archives

Four Simple Exercises to Strengthen Your Attention and Aid Recovery for Cardiac Arrest Survivors

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Cardiac arrest survivors often face challenges in regaining focus and managing distractions during recovery. In today’s age of constant stimulation and information overload, it can be especially difficult to regain control of one’s attention. However, by incorporating mindfulness exercises into their routine, cardiac arrest survivors can strengthen their ability to pay attention, reduce distractibility, and … Read more

Discover the Healing Power of Peer Support

by Paul Swindell

By joining us at the Survive and Thrive Conference for Cardiac Arrest Survivors and Co-Survivors on Saturday, 18th November 2023. After surviving a cardiac arrest, life is a unique journey filled with triumphs and challenges. Navigating this path might seem daunting sometimes, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Our cardiac arrest survivor … Read more

Medical Professionals: Why You Need to Know I Had a Cardiac Arrest

by Paul Swindell

When I had a cardiac arrest, I didn’t initially understand what it was and the difference between it and a heart attack. Over the years, I’ve consulted with many medical professionals, and it still surprises me when they refer to my event as a heart attack, especially when they should know better (I didn’t have … Read more