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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

“Just five more minutes!” — sound familiar? If your child reacts with frustration or tears when you ask them to put their phone down, you’re not alone. According to Ofcom’s 2024 Online Nation report, nine in ten UK children aged 8–15 own a smartphone, and nearly half of parents say it causes tension at home [1]. Phones can connect, educate and entertain — but when scrolling starts to replace sleep, play or family time, it may signal problematic smartphone use (PSU). At Schoen

You sit down to study. Five minutes later, you’re on TikTok. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Research shows today’s students are constantly interrupted by notifications and social media. In one study, the average teen picked up their phone 51 times a day and received over 230 notifications [1]. Smartphones can help you learn, stay connected, and relax, but they can also hijack your focus. If you’ve ever lost hours scrolling before an exam or felt anxious when you c

Are you constantly checking your phone — even when there’s no reason to? If it feels like you’re spending more time online than ever, you’re not imagining it. According to Ofcom’s Online Nation 2024 report, UK adults now spend an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes online every day — and for young adults aged 18–24, that rises to over 6 hours daily. Women spend more time online than men across every age group, with Gen Z women averaging more than six and a half hours a day com

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By Dr Bradley Powell , Clinical Psychologist at Schoen Clinic Chelsea Why recognising ADHD early matters Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity...

By Amrita Mahal , Advanced Speech, Language & Communication Therapist at Schoen Clinic Chelsea At Schoen Clinic Chelsea , I work with...

Author: Dr Bradley Powell , Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Schoen Clinic Chelsea You’ve got friends. A job. You go to the gym. Maybe you even have a partner. So why do you still feel… off? Welcome to modern male loneliness. It’s not about being alone. It’s about feeling emotionally miles away from the people around you, even when you're in the thick of it. I see this every week in the therapy room: men who look like they’re winning at life but feel like something is missing

Groundbreaking study reveals poor sleep quality may advance brain ageing by up to 2.6 years, highlighting the critical importance of...

Author: Dr James Woolley , Consultant Psychiatrist at Schoen Clinic Chelsea As we reach five years since the start of the Covid-19...

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“Being neuroaffirmative means replacing the question ‘How can we fix this person?’ with ‘How can we support them to thrive as they are?’”...

Half term and summer holidays can be a mix of joy and stress for parents. While it’s a precious time to make memories with your children, it also brings challenges—balancing work, childcare, rising costs and your own mental health.

With over 2 million people in the UK currently seeking mental health support, timely access to high-quality care has never been more...

By Dr James Woolley , Consultant Psychiatrist, Schoen Clinic Chelsea Dr James Woolley, Consultant Psychiatrist, Schoen Clinic Chelsea As...