Schoen Clinic UK news & blog

Wellen Court, Schoen Clinic York, part of the Schoen Clinic UK Group, is delighted to announce the appointment of Rosie Martin as its new General Manager, overseeing operations and care delivery at the York-based specialist dementia care home.

By Dr Bradley Powell , Chartered Clinical Psychologist When I worked in the UK Parliament, I was struck by the dissonance between what the public sees and what’s really going on behind the scenes. In public, we see poise, polished messaging, and composure. In private, there is pressure, self-doubt, and a fuel tank at risk of running low. The demands on a politician often mirror those experienced by people in high-pressure, high-performance roles; whether they’re senior execut

“Just one more scroll…” You pick up your phone to check one message — and 45 minutes later, you’re still watching reels or checking notifications you don’t even care about. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Phones are designed to keep your attention. Bright colours, sounds, and rewards trigger your brain’s “feel good” chemical, dopamine. But when scrolling starts to make you anxious, tired, or less focused, it’s time to make a change. At Schoen Clinic Chelsea , our s