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Do autistic people have an easy ride?

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Great benefits of exercise on the brain

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The intersectionality of eating disorders and neurodivergence

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Why is eye contact an issue for autistic people?

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Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Imposter Syndrome!

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Is living intentionally the key to true happiness?

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The truth about ECT
Mental health

The truth about ECT

Is this barbaric treatment still carried out?! Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a controversial treatment but the stigma relates to early treatments where high dose electricity was given to patients without anaesthetic. What is it? A […]

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  • 02/11/2016
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  • 10 years
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Tagged ECT, medication, mental health, mental illness, recovery

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Mental health

Restrained or calmed by chemicals or clothing?

TW – trigger warning, images and themes of this blog may cause distress to some people. Imagine the chemicals in your brain are telling you to behave in certain ways that are either unsafe to […]

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  • 29/10/2016
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Tagged drugs, emotions, mental health, mental illness, restraint

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Mental health / The world

Why can't I say "no"?

I’m an introvert and many people find this very difficult to understand as my inner desires are at odds with what society considers “normal”. I get tired very easily and quickly when socialising and I […]

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  • 16/10/2016
  • 2 Comments on Why can't I say "no"?
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Tagged #sayno, assertiveness, introvertion, priorities, self esteem

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I knew, from an early age, my mind worked differently from other people's. (I had this in my bio before I discovered I'm neurodivergent!) I also realised my brain and my differences could either work for me or against me. I've struggled with mental ill health and recovery has been incredibly hard. As we walk through life, all sorts of things happen to us; some are within our control, others are not. The only thing that really matters is how we think about what happens and how we respond—ultimately, these are the only things we can control. I qualified as a doctor 17 years ago and I'm now working in a counselling agency. Having worked in mental health for over 10 years I've gathered numerous insights into the workings of the mind. So my writing combines my neurodivergence, my personal and professional experiences. To unwind I enjoy being creative so I'd love it if you checked out my jewellery shop too!

Do autistic people have an easy ride?
Autism
Do autistic people have an easy ride?
Navigating autism misinformation
Autism / The world
Navigating autism misinformation
Great benefits of exercise on the brain
Health / Mental health
Great benefits of exercise on the brain
The intersectionality of eating disorders and neurodivergence
Autism / Mental health
The intersectionality of eating disorders and neurodivergence
Why is eye contact an issue for autistic people?
Autism
Why is eye contact an issue for autistic people?
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Imposter Syndrome!
Health / Mental health
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Imposter Syndrome!
Is living intentionally the key to true happiness?
Health / The world
Is living intentionally the key to true happiness?

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