Mental Health Blog
It is no secret that university can be a great but demanding experience. If you’re struggling with studies or other aspects of university, look in your handbook or student guide. Many universities have good mentoring Read more…
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I think it’s fair to say that most people want to improve some aspect of their body. Body confidence is difficult to have, especially when competing with software-enhanced media representations in magazines and movies. This Read more…
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Yes, conflict happens. No, we cannot avoid it. But some people can be great at resolving conflict. Kenneth Thomas and Ralph Kilmann are psychiatrists who give a very quick and effective way of interpreting conflict Read more…
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When we as adults observe children, we can see and admire their energy and their ability just to try something out without giving it too much thought. As they enter school, we might notice their Read more…
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Don’t panic… It’s just a disorder It’s treatable! Yes. I said it. Some people are afraid it isn’t treatable. If you are one of these people, I recommend you have a read through a panic Read more…
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Many children referred to mental health services are referred for behavioural difficulties. Although on the surface the referrals often seem very similar, the underlying stories are always very different. Behaviour is a form of communication. Read more…
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Separation anxiety is a common part of development for babies and toddlers. They often experience separation anxiety as they develop an understanding about their dependence on their caregivers. Typically, separation anxiety dissipates as the child Read more…
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It is in our human nature to occasionally worry about things, e.g. whether the next bus will come on time so that we arrive punctually for our appointment, whether we will be able to write Read more…
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It can be hard to leave your child with family or friends to have an evening for yourself or drop them off for their first day at nursery. But this can be made a lot Read more…
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Society’s awareness of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has increased significantly over recent years, not least because of the continued coverage in the media. However, media such as film, TV and literature often focus on the Read more…
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