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Why do I procrastinate? And can I do anything about it?

Why do I procrastinate? And can I do anything about it?

by sascha.wolter | May 22, 2025 | Mental health, Psychology

Procrastinating can be a coping mechanism for anxiety, but usually only works in the short term.

What’s the difference between a tantrum and a meltdown?

What’s the difference between a tantrum and a meltdown?

by sascha.wolter | May 2, 2025 | Mental health, Psychology

One’s about behaviour, the other about emotions. Here’s how to respond to tantrums and meltdowns without losing your cool.

Focusing on a child’s strengths can transform assessments – and help them thrive after an ADHD or autism diagnosis

Focusing on a child’s strengths can transform assessments – and help them thrive after an ADHD or autism diagnosis

by sascha.wolter | Apr 15, 2025 | Psychology

A new strengths checklist aims to help parents, carers and clinicians more easily identify a child’s skills, talents and positive qualities.

The ‘monogamy superiority myth’: new research suggests unconventional relationships are just as satisfying

The ‘monogamy superiority myth’: new research suggests unconventional relationships are just as satisfying

by sascha.wolter | Apr 10, 2025 | Counselling, Mental health

Many people assume monogamy is the gold standard but the secret to fulfilling relationships might not be about exclusivity at all.

Does conflict with friends make you squirm? Doing it right might make the relationship stronger

Does conflict with friends make you squirm? Doing it right might make the relationship stronger

by sascha.wolter | Apr 8, 2025 | Mental health

Friendships are often the first relationships we form outside of family. But how can we deal with conflict in these relationships in a grown-up way?

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