Psychological Support for People Living with Dementia Dementia is an umbrella term for conditions characterised by progressive changes in cognition, memory, thinking, and the ability to perform everyday activities. People living with dementia may experience a range of emotional, behavioural and psychological symptoms that go beyond just memory loss. According to Alzheimer’s Society, psychological impacts…
Understanding Coping Skills Coping skills are the strategies we use to manage stress, challenges, and emotional difficulties in everyday life. They can be practical behaviours, problem-solving approaches, or emotional regulation techniques that help us adapt to both expected and unexpected changes. Everyone uses coping skills differently. For some, coping might involve exercise, connecting with loved…
Living With Impulsivity: What It Feels Like Impulsive behaviour doesn’t always look dramatic. It can creep into daily decisions and interactions, such as snap judgments, acting without thinking, difficulty delaying gratification, or repeatedly doing things even when the consequences are known. When impulsivity is chronic, these behaviours persist over time and across situations, affecting relationships,…
Growing with Grace: A Gentle Look into Child Psychology Every child’s world is filled with discovery, emotion, and change. Sometimes those changes are exciting, and sometimes they can feel overwhelming. Child psychology focuses on understanding these experiences, helping children and families navigate challenges with compassion and practical guidance. Understanding a Child’s Inner World Children often…
Living With the Weight of the Ongoing Chronic illness doesn’t end when the doctor’s appointment does. It lingers in daily routines—shaping energy levels, altering plans, and testing patience. Beyond the physical symptoms, there is often an invisible layer: the emotional weight of long-term uncertainty, frustration, and change. Psychology explores the emotional and mental impact of…
Career Guidance Psychology: Finding clarity in your career journey Work plays such a central role in life, not just as a source of income, but as a space where identity, values, and purpose often meet. Yet, careers don’t always unfold in straight lines. Sometimes it’s uncertainty about the future, dissatisfaction with current roles, or the…
When Cancer Overlaps with the Mind: How Psychology Can Gently Support the Journey Cancer isn’t just a physical battle; it’s a journey that whispers into the mind. Alongside chemotherapy drips and radiation, thoughts swirl: “What’s next?” “How will I cope?” Psychology steps in not as a clinical bystander, but as a steady presence, helping you…
Navigating Adoption: How Psychological Support Helps Families Thrive Adoption is a life-changing process that can involve a wide range of emotions and experiences for children, adoptive parents, and birth parents. From the perspective of psychology, adoption is not only a legal arrangement but also an emotional and relational journey. Each person’s experience of adoption is…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – Counselling & Support Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition that can affect the way people think, feel, and relate to others. Individuals living with BPD may experience intense emotions, difficulties with self-image, and challenges in managing relationships. It is important to know that BPD is treatable.…
Bereavement and Grief Support: Understanding the Journey Bereavement refers to the period of grief and adjustment following the loss of a loved one. It is a natural human response to loss, and it may affect people emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually. Each person experiences bereavement differently. There is no “right” way to grieve, and the…