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“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

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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Eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa are among the most complex and serious mental health conditions affecting children and teenagers. They can develop gradually, are often difficult to spot in their early stages, and require specialist treatment involving not only the young person, but also their family and support network. To shed light on this challenging topic, Dr Hazel Fernandes , Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at Schoen Clinic Chelsea , shares her exper

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

By Dr James Woolley , Consultant Psychiatrist at Schoen Clinic Chelsea. The UK has just approved the first-ever oral medicine for...

With * Dr Joe Datt , Consultant Paediatrician at ** Schoen Clinic Chelsea Good gut health is essential for children. It supports not just...

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

Author: Dr James Woolley , Consultant Psychiatrist at Schoen Clinic Chelsea Anxiety among children and young people in the UK has reached...

Author: Dr James Woolley , Consultant Psychiatrist and Group Medical Director, Schoen Clinic UK. 4 June 2025. Recent developments in May...

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...

A specialist reacts to Netflix’s hit crime drama and shares how Occupational Therapy (OT) offers hope to young people in crisis *** This...

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

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...

PRESS RELEASE: 07/04/2025 A leading London Psychiatrist says the public and private sectors can team up to support patients facing long...

PRESS RELEASE: 02/04/2025 Parents and educators are being urged to show significantly more interest in the sometimes dark online world...