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…
Emotional dysregulation has long been associated with ADHD and is considered a core symptom. It leads to those who suffer from the condition being flooded with high-intensity emotions, which, in...
Limerence is a state of romantic infatuation, and a condition that can be hard to discern as it presents in a very similar expression to falling in love. In reality,...
We've all likely had a friend who leans on us a bit too hard for support. And ordinarily, you don’t mind, because you want to be there for them. You...
When people talk about leading a happy life, the usual clichés are rolled out of living in the moment, letting go and practicing mindfulness. And while there is truth to...
Despite the focus borderline personality disorder (BPD) receives within the context of romantic relationships, there is far more to explore within other dynamics. The condition, of course, affects all relationships....
Psychosis is an extremely broad term that spans multiple mental health conditions. It can be both a symptom and its own singular condition. And so, making a recovery from psychosis...
The nature of our uniqueness within society and culture at large means we aren’t going to see eye to eye with one another all the time. This can be the...
Emotion is the language we use to relate to one another. We might communicate directly through both verbal and body language cues. But it’s emotion that underpins how these exchanges...
Relationship dynamics where one partner has borderline personality disorder (BPD) can be extremely challenging for both individuals involved. But it can be made a lot easier by becoming aware of...
Anxiety is a normal human emotion, designed to keep us safe from danger. However, it can cause problems when it’s particularly severe, long-lasting and has an impact on our day-to-day life....
