The very latest news from the world of Psychology. Private Therapy Clinic blog offers information about psychological concepts, theories, therapeutic approaches and human behaviour. The articles and vides posted here also offer tips and advice written by registered Psychologist Dr. Becky Spelman and our team of Psychiatrists, Psychologists and Psychotherapists.
Executive dysfunction in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is more than just a clinical symptom. It actually relates to a much deeper human struggle with agency, identity and self-actualisation. Because when you break down the human journey, it’s one of decision. But for anyone struggling with executive dysfunction, there is an inbuilt, hardwired deficit relating to…
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a mental condition that is characterised by an obsession with one or more perceived flaws of one's physical appearance. It has recently been classified within...
When you consider the idea of weight loss, the first that springs to mind will undoubtedly be the food you consume with exercise coming in a close second. Being overweight...
It is important for everyone to be physically active, and sports are a great way to stay fit. But what about those people who are attracted to extreme sports that...
The symptoms that contribute to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), only received their official definition within standard psychiatry in the 1980s. But the truth is, the condition has been around for...
Within all areas of the health care industry, there is conjecture about the validity and cause of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Some experts regard it as an imaginary condition, while...
Many problems with emotional or mental health result when someone falls into a pattern of negative thinking. They interpret everything that happens in their life in such a way that...
Narcissistic parents can be deeply abusive, but they are often abusive in a subtle manner that is difficult for social workers or other caregivers to detect. Frequently, they engage in...
When kids reach puberty, their bodies and their brains both go through a period of rapid development. As part of this process, they start to sweat more just at the...
Given that cannabis use is relatively common among adults, and that the stigma attached to low rates of recreational use is declining, a lot of kids (and even some parents)...
Parenting teenagers is notoriously difficult, and yet most parents are unprepared for the maelstrom that is about to enter their home as their beloved child enters puberty. Even girls and...
