Understanding Eating Disorders and the Role of Psychological Intervention

Eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder, are complex mental health conditions that profoundly affect an individual’s relationship with food, body image, and overall well-being. Recognising the psychological components of these disorders is critical, and seeking psychological intervention plays a pivotal role in their treatment and recovery. The Psychological Roots of […]

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The Deep Psychology of Limerence: Unraveling the Mysteries of Overwhelming Attraction

By Dr Rachel Hannam Limerence, also known as love-addiction or person-addiction, is often described as an intense state of infatuation and romantic attraction. It is a fascinating (but often deeply painful) psychological phenomenon that has intrigued researchers and individuals alike. Limerence is distinct from love as it tends to includes idealising the object of affection […]

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Nurturing the Flame: Strengthening Commitment in Long-Term Relationships

By Freya Browne Long-term relationships are a journey of love, personal growth, and shared experiences. The foundation of these enduring partnerships is commitment – a deep, unwavering dedication to each other’s well-being and happiness. In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of commitment in long-term relationships and share some effective ways to strengthen it. […]

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Embracing Objectivity: Navigating Life’s Challenges with Clarity

Guest blog by psychologist James Le Lievre Subjectivity, the lens through which we perceive the world based on personal feelings, experiences, and biases, is a fundamental aspect of our human nature. While subjectivity has its place in self-expression and creativity, such as in the arts and non-fiction writing, it carries inherent risks that can impede […]

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Celebrating Your Neurodivergent Child

Blog by Tariro Sibanda Neurodiversity is a beautiful tapestry of human variation that encompasses a wide range of neurological differences, including autism (ASD) and what used to be called Asperger’s, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. But it can be hard to parent a neurodivergent child! Each neurodivergent child is unique, possessing their own strengths, challenges, and […]

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Why Our Brain Loves Bad News

Negativity bias is a psychological phenomenon that describes our brain’s tendency to give more weight to negative experiences, emotions, and information than to positive ones. It’s a deep-rooted survival mechanism that helped our ancestors stay alert to potential threats in their environment. While this bias served us well in the past, it can often hinder […]

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