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Have you ever walked out of an appointment feeling like you weren’t really heard? Like somebody saw a list of symptoms instead of you? This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, led by Mind, has the theme “See the person, not the patient” and honestly, I don’t think there’s ever been a message that sums up modern healthcare struggles more perfectly. It’s a call to recognise that mental health care is not just about clinical treatments or ticking boxes. It’s about human connect

After a long, wet winter in the UK, the sudden arrival of warm, sticky weather can feel overwhelming, especially for those experiencing menopause. Hot flushes, a common symptom of menopause, often intensify during summer months, making the heat harder to bear. Managing these sudden waves of heat requires practical strategies tailored to the unique challenges of British summers. This post explores effective ways to ease hot flushes and stay comfortable when the temperature ris

You open Netflix. Scroll for ages. And then… put on something you’ve already watched about 10 times. And somehow, it makes you feel better. If you’ve ever wondered why you do that when you’re anxious, there’s actually a really good reason for it. When everything seems uncertain, many people find themselves reaching for the familiar, especially in the form of old movies and TV shows. Why do anxious minds often turn to nostalgia and the comfort of rewatching beloved films and s

Missing or delaying a period can send your brain into overdrive. You might find yourself thinking: “Am I pregnant?” “Is something wrong with me?” “Why has this suddenly changed?” And if your cycle has always been fairly regular, even a few days late can feel unsettling. The truth is, periods don’t always run like clockwork, and a “late” period doesn’t always mean something is wrong. Understanding what actually counts as late (and why it happens) can help take a lot of that pa

Whilst you were stuck in traffic on the school run, a thought popped into your head that you didn’t want, but couldn’t quite shake. “What if the car suddenly caught on fire?” Before you had time to process it, your brain started running through every possible scenario. You wondered how you would get out, how you would get the kids out, who you would call, and how you would explain what had happened. Almost as quickly, another thought followed, telling you how horrible that id

Neurodiversity Celebration Week, taking place from 16 to 20 March 2026, shines a light on the unique ways people experience the world. One really interesting (and honestly quite emotional) trend is the growing number of women who discover they are neurodivergent during perimenopause. This phase, often marked by hormonal shifts and new challenges, can reveal traits that have been hidden or carefully managed for years. Understanding why this happens can help women recognise the