There are numerous eating disorders but one that many are not aware of is Pica; the desire to eat inedible objects. A person suffering from Pica craves objects that are not normally consumed. It is rare but also very dangerous. Cravings can range from eating from calk to cushion stuffing and hair to plaster. The […]

We all get stressed from time to time and the option of merely escaping isn’t always there but there are things we can do to help reduce the levels whilst at work.   Take a walk We all know that regular exercise helps to reduce stress so take a brisk walk for 10 minutes during

  Emotional distress can come out in many forms, not all of which we think of as having been affected. The list below gives seven examples of signs/symptoms of emotional distress. It is important that you seek professional advice if you feel any of these apply to you or someone you know.      

It is an odd statement to say but sleep has become a real trend of late. It seems everyone is attached to a device that tells them exactly how much they are getting. 2017 saw the birth of clean-sleeping‚ along with a plethora of technology to ensure you get those precious eight hours, but by

For most children celebrating Christmas, it is an exciting time of year, but for those with Autism and their families, it can be an extraordinarily challenging time of year. The simple joys such as opening presents and sitting down to the turkey roast can become flashpoints for those who place huge importance on their routines.

Are You A Stressed Single Parent?   Would you like free support? The Devon Clinic is looking for single parents in Torbay to participate in a short survey. The results will enable us to apply for funding. this means that we will once again be in a position to help and support single parents coping

A recent survey has found that more British adults are suffering from stress than ever before. Work pressure, financial worries and health concerns all contribute to rising levels of stress.   The survey carried out by Axa of 4,000 individuals reported that four out of five adults surveyed felt stressed during a typical working week.

  Christmas and the summer holidays are the most stressful times of the year for many parents. The Christmas holiday period is a mass of social interactions and buying everything to create the perfect day. It is no wonder us parents are stressed to the hills! We buy gifts for their school teachers, club leaders

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A new survey has shown that Instagram is the worst ranking social medic platform in terms of impact on the mental health of young people. 1,479 young people (aged 14-24) surveyed, showed Instagram was positive in terms of self-expression but hugely negative in how they saw their body image, sleep, and fear of missing out.