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Coping with the loss of a pet: A compassionate guide to grieving and healing
When a beloved pet dies, the grief can feel as deep and overwhelming as losing a human family member. For many people, pets are not "just...
Apr 30, 202511 min read
How occupational therapy could help teens like Jamie from Netflix's Adolescence
A specialist reacts to Netflix’s hit crime drama and shares how Occupational Therapy (OT) offers hope to young people in crisis *** This...
Apr 23, 20255 min read
Why do I put my walls up? Understanding emotional guarding in relationships
Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I’ve got my walls up"? It's a phrase we're noticing a lot more in reality TV and dating shows like...
Apr 23, 20254 min read
Why can’t I sleep after a cancer diagnosis? Understanding insomnia and sleep problems in cancer patients
A cancer diagnosis is life-changing — not just physically, but emotionally and psychologically too. One of the most common, yet often...
Apr 16, 20254 min read
Autism vs ADHD: Key differences and overlapping symptoms in children
Understanding the differences between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is essential for parents seeking clarity about their child’s neurodevelopmental health. Both conditions can affect behaviour, communication and attention, but they present in different ways and require different approaches to assessment and support. It’s also important to know that a diagnosis is not always straightforward. Symptoms associated with autism o
Apr 15, 20254 min read
Mental Health in The Last of Us Season 1: Grief, Trauma, and the Power of Human Connection
With Season 2 of HBO’s The Last of Us premiering tonight, revisiting the mental health themes of Season 1 offers a fresh perspective on...
Apr 14, 20257 min read
ADHD: Understanding the mind in motion
We often hear people casually say, “I’m so ADHD today,” when they forget something or feel distracted. But for millions around the world,...
Apr 10, 20254 min read
Pure O: the silent struggle of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Understanding a lesser-known yet deeply impactful form of OCD When people hear “OCD,” they often picture someone compulsively washing...
Apr 10, 20253 min read
Logical meal solutions could revolutionise life for children with ADHD and need not be expensive, says expert London nutritionist
PRESS RELEASE: 10/04/2025 A leading London nutritionist has said there is no big secret behind improving the behaviour and health of...
Apr 10, 20253 min read
Private and public sectors can join forces to ease 8 year waiting lists for ADHD assessments, says top London Psychiatrist
PRESS RELEASE: 07/04/2025 A leading London Psychiatrist says the public and private sectors can team up to support patients facing long...
Apr 7, 20254 min read
TV drama Adolescence sparks call for parents to up their knowledge dramatically of children’s online world, say top London mental health experts
PRESS RELEASE: 02/04/2025 Parents and educators are being urged to show significantly more interest in the sometimes dark online world...
Apr 2, 20253 min read
Netflix's Adolescence: Why did Jamie do it? Nature vs nurture and the family unit
This is an opinion piece that includes ***SPOILERS*** for the show. Netflix’s Adolescence has sparked widespread discussion about the...
Apr 1, 20256 min read
Incel Culture: Mental Health, Masculinity and Toxic Ideologies
Netflix’s Adolescence has ignited intense discussions about incel culture, masculinity, and mental health. For many viewers, terms like...
Apr 1, 20254 min read
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