Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that develops after experiencing traumatic events. PTSD was initially acknowledged in soldiers and war veterans, commonly referred to as ‘shell shock’ [1], however it has since been found that a wide range of traumatic experiences can lead to the development of the condition. For example, being involved in a life-threatening event such as a car crash, being abused or bullied, being sexually assaulted, experienci

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health condition where an individual experiences obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours. It usually develops during early adulthood, but some people start to have symptoms earlier, during puberty [1]. OCD is relatively common – about 1 in every 50 people in the UK suffer from it at some point in their lives – affecting both men and women equally [2]. However, there are still common misconceptions and generalisations