Why more women are seeking help for ADHD

Why more women are seeking help for ADHD: Priory experts discuss the new, recently reported ‘phenomenon’ of an increase in diagnoses of attention deficit disorders amongst women. Priory psychiatrist says the number of adults presenting with attention deficit symptoms has increased five-fold in the past decade. Experts highlight growing awareness that anxiety and cognitive issues […]

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Why more women are seeking help for ADHD

Why more women are seeking help for ADHD: Priory experts discuss the new, recently reported ‘phenomenon’ of an increase in diagnoses of attention deficit disorders amongst women. Priory psychiatrist says the number of adults presenting with attention deficit symptoms has increased five-fold in the past decade. Experts highlight growing awareness that anxiety and cognitive issues […]

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The next pandemic? Sleep problems

The next pandemic? Sleep problems: Ahead of World Sleep Day 2022, Priory experts on what affects quality of sleep – and how to improve your sleep patterns Anxiety is the chief ‘enabler’ of poor quality sleep, even after falling asleep Alcohol is a bad ‘hypnotic’, making a person sleepy but dehydrated, so they wake up earlier […]

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The next pandemic? Sleep problems

The next pandemic? Sleep problems: Ahead of World Sleep Day 2022, Priory experts on what affects quality of sleep – and how to improve your sleep patterns Anxiety is the chief ‘enabler’ of poor quality sleep, even after falling asleep Alcohol is a bad ‘hypnotic’, making a person sleepy but dehydrated, so they wake up earlier […]

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Blue Monday: how to give support

Blue Monday: A timely reminder of how to support someone with depression, anxiety – by Priory experts: •            Offer your undivided attention •            Never underestimate the power of listening •            Avoid saying you ‘know how they feel’ •            Offer to be available again to listen •            Don’t try to be the ‘fixer’ •            Encourage them […]

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Blue Monday: how to give support

Blue Monday: A timely reminder of how to support someone with depression, anxiety – by Priory experts: •            Offer your undivided attention •            Never underestimate the power of listening •            Avoid saying you ‘know how they feel’ •            Offer to be available again to listen •            Don’t try to be the ‘fixer’ •            Encourage them […]

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Why do Dry January? A Priory expert explains

Why do Dry January?  Priory expert Dr Niall Campbell explains that Covid has “changed the drinking landscape” and become the “enabler” of unhealthy drinking habits for millions. A record number of people are expected to reassess their home drinking habits, and take part in Dry January 2022, after official data laid bare the extent to […]

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Why do Dry January? A Priory expert explains

Why do Dry January?  Priory expert Dr Niall Campbell explains that Covid has “changed the drinking landscape” and become the “enabler” of unhealthy drinking habits for millions. A record number of people are expected to reassess their home drinking habits, and take part in Dry January 2022, after official data laid bare the extent to […]

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Christmas with an eating disorder

Christmas with an eating disorder: Priory expert offers advice for families supporting those with eating disorders. Christmas is a time associated with copious food and celebration, with families coming together around the dinner table. But for those playing host to a friend or relative who suffers with an eating disorder, the festive period can be tortuous […]

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Christmas with an eating disorder

Christmas with an eating disorder: Priory expert offers advice for families supporting those with eating disorders. Christmas is a time associated with copious food and celebration, with families coming together around the dinner table. But for those playing host to a friend or relative who suffers with an eating disorder, the festive period can be tortuous […]

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