Are you finding that your relationships are causing you stress and anxiety? If so, you’re not alone. Maintaining a healthy and fulfilling relationship can be challenging, especially when external stressors are involved.
Unlocking the Power of Your Nervous System is crucial to improving relationships. We learn why it’s important to befriend or nervous system
The metaphor of the Polyvagal track has been created by Yasmin Shaheen-Zaffar a BACP, UK therapist who specialises in stress and trauma-informed care and making polyvagal theory accessible.
Connection through co-regulation is such a crucial aspect of parenting, especially when it comes to teens with ADHD. By learning through creating coping strategies to co-regulate we connect and we are able to communicate calmly, openly and honestly.
Exam season is upon us (how come its come round so soon I hear you mumble?) and with it comes a significant amount of stress! Whilst exam stress affects the nervous system for all students, it can be especially challenging for those with ADHD to manage the stress of exams.
As a parent of a teenager with ADHD, one area that can be overlooked is the importance of identifying and understanding your child’s core values. And just as importantly your own.
It can be hard to stay focused when you’re a teenager dealing with ADHD. From school and extracurriculars to family and friends, there are so many things competing for your attention and making it difficult to stay on task.
Are you a parent of a tween or teen who is looking for an engaging and educational movie to watch with your child? Look no further than the Pixar film, Inside Out.
What is the paradox of too much information?
The paradox of too much information refers to the idea that while having access to a vast amount of information can be beneficial, it can also be overwhelming and lead to decision paralysis.
Have you ever felt like your heart was breaking due to stress? I know I have. When I was just 13 years old, I lost my father and it felt like my heart shattered into a million pieces. I have grown up with this strange felt sense of knowing that my father passed away due to a broken heart through stress.
