Autism: Puberty and sexuality
I’m an enthusiastic patron and supporter of autism projects. But I’m also the mother of Giles who was profoundly autistic and challenging, lost the little...
Tag: mental health
Stress and anxiety: 19 proven ways to reduce it
Prolonged stress is bad for us. It raises our cortisol levels. Stress can manifest itself as a physical and mental health problem. Stress causes an...
Toll of pandemic on those with eating disorders
Research suggests that disruptions to daily life as a result of lockdown and social distancing may have a detrimental impact on an individual's wellbeing, with...
Wellcome Photography Prize Winner 2020
Russian artist Arseniy Neskhodimov has won the prestigious Wellcome Photography Prize 2020 for his Prozac series, a unique portrayal of the artist’s own experiences of...
Polyvagal Theory and the potency of the dorsal state
So much of our focus on the Polyvagal Theory centres around honouring and validating the ventral vagus and teaching people to move up from the...
Exercise – Staying covid-safe at the gym
Gyms are beginning to reopen after the covid-19 lockdown, which is great news for our physical and mental health. Many people have been regularly exercising...
Sarcoma UK warns of devastating mental health toll
Devastating mental health toll of sarcoma cancer worryingly high across the UK, charity Sarcoma UK warns: Agonising levels of anxiety, depression as well as having...
Some people with mood disorders struggling amid pandemic: study
Disruption and ongoing instability as Australians navigate the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is weighing heavily on people with a mood disorder such as depression or bipolar...
Strong close relationships key in coping with pandemic, twin study shows
A new study of twins and triplets shows how our close social relationships are vital in how we cope with the upheaval of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic....
Imposter Syndrome
With thirty-five years of experience between us, and thousands of hours spent working with senior leaders, the most common theme that rears its head time...
