ADHD and Sleep

ADHD and Sleep

Approximately 25-50% of individuals with ADHD have difficulties with either getting to sleep, staying asleep or waking up at inappropriate times. It also is fairly common for people with ADHD to have co-occurring sleep disorders such as insomnia, sleep apnoea, and...
Inside Out

Inside Out

Inside Out: A Psychologist’s Perspective on Pixar’s Emotional Masterpiece It is no big secret that child psychologists are big fans of Disney Pixar’s 2015 movie Inside Out. It is more than just an animated film; it’s exploration of the human experience,...
Panic Attacks

Panic Attacks

For anyone who has never had a panic attack – lucky you! For those that have, you have my full sympathy! They’re harmless in so much as they don’t cause any physical consequences, but my goodness, they’re unpleasant. Awful actually. They’re unpleasant for two main...
Road Testing Sleep Advice

Road Testing Sleep Advice

Ah, the elusive 8 hours, the coveted 6 hours, and the reality of a broken 4.  We all know how important a good night’s sleep is, yet it remains just a dream for some.  I haven’t slept for 8 hours since my son was born almost 10 years ago. That’s ok,...