Most people still find it difficult to talk about domestic violence. But we have to in order to help, educate and raise the discussion about it in order to end domestic violence forever. Domestic violence never just affects one person. It also impacts the children of the relationship, their family or friends. So what is… Read More Domestic Violence: What is it?
I’m not going to lie, it is very hard to find time for yourself as a parent, particularly when you have a baby or toddler. It does get a bit easier the older they get, you can take some time for yourself and as a couple. What Does Research Tell Us? Research tells us that parents need… Read More 18 Ideas To Help You Find Time As A Parent.
Living Alone For The First Time? No matter your age it can be a daunting experience. So how can you help yourself? Stepping outside your family home and becoming an adult who is suddenly responsible for all your own income, home and medical requirements? It can be very hard and for some of us we… Read More Does Living Alone Mean You Have To Feel Lonely?
What does self-care mean to you? For most people self-care means nothing more than looking after our daily needs of eating, sleeping and washing if they’re lucky. For others, it can be an entire world involving using all of our senses on a daily basis. For me, self-care also includes using both sides of my… Read More How Can Creativity Be A Means Of Self-Care?
As a parent, I feel you need to get informed about different conditions that may affect your teenager’s life. So I like to include informational blogs that parents can use and park away until or if it’s needed. I hope you never have to face down this road with your child. I grew up around… Read More What Is Bulimia Nervosa?
Why would I talk about Time Management? I’m a psychologist right! But like so many women I needed to learn this skill too. I went in search of many YouTube videos, free courses, planners (diaries) etc. The list went on & on & on. The one thing I realized was, that no one size fits… Read More What Is Time Management? Why is it important?
What is dissociative identity disorder? Most people won’t recognise the name but some of you will know it by other names such as split personality or multiple personality disorder. Some of you may only know this disorder from films or TV, but others may have lived with someone affected by the disorder. Whatever your experience,… Read More Dissociative Identity Disorder
I remember each and every time one of 4 of my 5 children left home. I cried non stop. Even though I knew that they weren’t very far away, in fact, one only moved a few miles down the road. But I had spent so long as a mother first and foremost that they’re moving… Read More Empty Nest Syndrome. Why preparation is key?
What is Postnatal Depression? Postnatal depression (PND) is a type of depression some women and men experience after they have had a baby. It usually develops in the first four to six weeks after childbirth, although in some cases it may not develop for several months. There can be no reason for the depression which affects… Read More What is PostNatal Depression?
Living alone for many can mean a time of loneliness. For others, we find ourselves in a relationship or living with others and still feel lonely. Some of us find ourselves living alone for the first time after many years of marriage and children filling up our lives. For others, this may be your first… Read More Living Alone: What can I do to stave off loneliness?
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