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Saturday 18 December 2010
Wednesday 15 December 2010
Multiple Personality Disorder - A Rugby League Player's Story
A friend of mine, who suffered from depression recently, related his story to me. Being a former National Rugby League Player, he started getting depressed whilst playing Rugby League. He could not identify the reasons and kept sinking into greater depths of depression.
As a result his friends started avoiding him. A common sight was his friends gathering together behind his back and talking and laughing about him. He was treated as though he was some kind of a Looney.
He eventually decided to quit Rugby and went to a Psychologist for treatment. He soon realised that a Psychologist alone will not help and went to a General Practitioner for medication.
After several months, he came out of depression. This gave him the freedom to seek other work. He soon found work as a Fireman. He worked in this role for 10 years. During the first 6 to 7 years of his life, he was fit. However, he went into depression again and left work. His wife left him and it took him several years to get out of depression. He now talks widely on the subject from a practical perspective.
This case highlights several things. It states for example that public perception of mental illness is:
• That it is a stigma
• That people fear those with mental illness and avoid those who suffer from mental illness
• That people talk behind the backs of those people who suffer from mental illness.
The case raises a few questions for me. It highlights the need for public education. It demonstrates that a Psychologist is not the best person to always see when a person suffers from Mood Disorder of any kind.
Some people suffering from anxiety disorder or depression get out of it and than relapse. Others continue to suffer for the rest of their lives.
My friend played Rugby League when he initially suffered from Mood Disorder.
There are several other cases I am aware of where famous football players have suffered from Mood Disorder but have effectively hidden their suffering from everyone. Another famous Rugby League player for example recently admitted to suffering from multiple personality disorder after retirement. He played the game so well and was regarded as one of the best players of all times. No one ever therefore realised what he was suffering from when he was a player. His friend close to him said that he was the closest friend to this famous player but never realised that he suffered from such a condition.
This case highlights the need to share your condition with your close friends. The first step is to see a GP. Following tests, a GP can recommend the best option.
You do not have to suffer in silence.
As a result his friends started avoiding him. A common sight was his friends gathering together behind his back and talking and laughing about him. He was treated as though he was some kind of a Looney.
He eventually decided to quit Rugby and went to a Psychologist for treatment. He soon realised that a Psychologist alone will not help and went to a General Practitioner for medication.
After several months, he came out of depression. This gave him the freedom to seek other work. He soon found work as a Fireman. He worked in this role for 10 years. During the first 6 to 7 years of his life, he was fit. However, he went into depression again and left work. His wife left him and it took him several years to get out of depression. He now talks widely on the subject from a practical perspective.
This case highlights several things. It states for example that public perception of mental illness is:
• That it is a stigma
• That people fear those with mental illness and avoid those who suffer from mental illness
• That people talk behind the backs of those people who suffer from mental illness.
The case raises a few questions for me. It highlights the need for public education. It demonstrates that a Psychologist is not the best person to always see when a person suffers from Mood Disorder of any kind.
Some people suffering from anxiety disorder or depression get out of it and than relapse. Others continue to suffer for the rest of their lives.
My friend played Rugby League when he initially suffered from Mood Disorder.
There are several other cases I am aware of where famous football players have suffered from Mood Disorder but have effectively hidden their suffering from everyone. Another famous Rugby League player for example recently admitted to suffering from multiple personality disorder after retirement. He played the game so well and was regarded as one of the best players of all times. No one ever therefore realised what he was suffering from when he was a player. His friend close to him said that he was the closest friend to this famous player but never realised that he suffered from such a condition.
This case highlights the need to share your condition with your close friends. The first step is to see a GP. Following tests, a GP can recommend the best option.
You do not have to suffer in silence.
Kris Varma is an expert on the subject of Mood Disorder. Having written several articles, and material on the subject, Kris is a widely sought after speaker on the subject. To consult Kris, visit his website http://www.solvedgroup.com/ or write to kris@solvedgroup.com to share your views on this article or any others he has written. Article Source: http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kris_Varma |
Saturday 4 December 2010
The Advantages of Installing a Solar Energy System to Generate Electricity
Alternative energy technology such as solar power, wind power or a biomass heaters offer an alternative to fossil fuels and will help you reduce the carbon dioxide you emit from your home.
Most people don't realise that investing in alternative energy can produce financial benefits too. In effect, you can purchase energy at today's prices and use it in the future when prices will be much greater.
Before you start tough, it is important that you minimise energy you require by ensuring that your home is fully insulated and by using energy efficient lighting and electrical appliances throughout.
Once the decision is made, installing alternative technology is really no more complicated than any other home improvement but make sure you do your research thoroughly.
Things to consider include:
- What sort of technology is best suited for your individual circumstances?
- Are you interested in generating electricity or providing heating?
- What size system will suit your needs?
- Which installer will you use and how will you pay for it?
- Investigate possible sources of funding because grants are available
- Will you need planning permission?
Make sure that the installer you choose is certified either with the Micro-generation Certification Scheme (in the UK) or the Solar Keymark (throughout Europe)
Let us assume that you have made your decision and after some thorough research have decided to install a solar system to generate electricity.
Solar electricity systems capture the sun's energy using photovoltaic (PV) cells. The cells convert sunlight into electricity which can then be used to run household appliances. PV cells don't need direct sunlight to work and can still generate electricity on a cloudy day. They are usually panels that can be attached to your roof or walls. Each cell is made from a semi-conducting material, usually silicon and when light shines on the cell electricity is produced. PV cells come in a variety of shapes and colours, from grey tiles that look like normal roof tiles to panels and transparent cells that can bed used on conservatories. The strength of a PV cell is measured in kilowatts (KW) and the figure quoted is the amount of energy the cell generates in full sunlight.
Solar electricity is green, renewable energy and it doesn't release any harmful carbon dioxide (or any other pollutant) into the atmosphere. A typical home PV system could save around one tonne of carbon dioxide per year and it should last for about twenty five years.
Sunshine is free, so once you've paid the initial installation costs your electricity costs should be greatly reduced. A typical home PV system can produce around 40% of the electricity a household uses in a year. If your system is producing more electricity than you need you could make some money by selling your energy to the national grid.
A south facing roof or wall will be needed that isn't overshadowed by large trees or large buildings. Solar panels are not light and the roof must be strong enough to take their weight. In the UK, you won't need planning permission for most home solar electricity systems, as long as they are less than a certain size. Please check with your local planning officer to make sure.
The cost of installing a solar electricity system can vary. An average system rated at 2.2 KW costs around £12,000. Solar electricity systems generally cost in the range of £5000 to £8,000 per KW although this should decrease as system size increases. Remember, the more electricity your system can generate, the more it will cost but the more it could save. Solar tiles cost more than conventional panels and panels built into a roof are more expensive than those that sit on top.
Savings can be considerable. A 2.2 KW system can generate around 40% of a household's yearly electricity needs. If the system is eligible to receive the Feed In Tariffs (FITs) it could generate savings and income of around £900 per year. Don't forget the 1 tonne of carbon dioxide emissions saved per year.
Maintenance is generally small. You will need to keep the panels clean and make sure trees don't begin to overshadow them.
Some companies are now offering free solar PV to customers in return for the income generated through FITs.
Most people don't realise that investing in alternative energy can produce financial benefits too. In effect, you can purchase energy at today's prices and use it in the future when prices will be much greater.
Before you start tough, it is important that you minimise energy you require by ensuring that your home is fully insulated and by using energy efficient lighting and electrical appliances throughout.
Once the decision is made, installing alternative technology is really no more complicated than any other home improvement but make sure you do your research thoroughly.
Things to consider include:
- What sort of technology is best suited for your individual circumstances?
- Are you interested in generating electricity or providing heating?
- What size system will suit your needs?
- Which installer will you use and how will you pay for it?
- Investigate possible sources of funding because grants are available
- Will you need planning permission?
Make sure that the installer you choose is certified either with the Micro-generation Certification Scheme (in the UK) or the Solar Keymark (throughout Europe)
Let us assume that you have made your decision and after some thorough research have decided to install a solar system to generate electricity.
Solar electricity systems capture the sun's energy using photovoltaic (PV) cells. The cells convert sunlight into electricity which can then be used to run household appliances. PV cells don't need direct sunlight to work and can still generate electricity on a cloudy day. They are usually panels that can be attached to your roof or walls. Each cell is made from a semi-conducting material, usually silicon and when light shines on the cell electricity is produced. PV cells come in a variety of shapes and colours, from grey tiles that look like normal roof tiles to panels and transparent cells that can bed used on conservatories. The strength of a PV cell is measured in kilowatts (KW) and the figure quoted is the amount of energy the cell generates in full sunlight.
Solar electricity is green, renewable energy and it doesn't release any harmful carbon dioxide (or any other pollutant) into the atmosphere. A typical home PV system could save around one tonne of carbon dioxide per year and it should last for about twenty five years.
Sunshine is free, so once you've paid the initial installation costs your electricity costs should be greatly reduced. A typical home PV system can produce around 40% of the electricity a household uses in a year. If your system is producing more electricity than you need you could make some money by selling your energy to the national grid.
A south facing roof or wall will be needed that isn't overshadowed by large trees or large buildings. Solar panels are not light and the roof must be strong enough to take their weight. In the UK, you won't need planning permission for most home solar electricity systems, as long as they are less than a certain size. Please check with your local planning officer to make sure.
The cost of installing a solar electricity system can vary. An average system rated at 2.2 KW costs around £12,000. Solar electricity systems generally cost in the range of £5000 to £8,000 per KW although this should decrease as system size increases. Remember, the more electricity your system can generate, the more it will cost but the more it could save. Solar tiles cost more than conventional panels and panels built into a roof are more expensive than those that sit on top.
Savings can be considerable. A 2.2 KW system can generate around 40% of a household's yearly electricity needs. If the system is eligible to receive the Feed In Tariffs (FITs) it could generate savings and income of around £900 per year. Don't forget the 1 tonne of carbon dioxide emissions saved per year.
Maintenance is generally small. You will need to keep the panels clean and make sure trees don't begin to overshadow them.
Some companies are now offering free solar PV to customers in return for the income generated through FITs.
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