ADHD in Children: A Parent FAQ
Understanding the Signs, Assessment Process and Support Options Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly recognised neurodevelopmental conditions affecting children and young people in the UK. While many parents have heard of ADHD, understanding what it actually looks like in day-to-day life can sometimes feel confusing or overwhelming. Children naturally vary in energy […]
ADHD Misdiagnosis Trends in the UK: Why ADHD Is Sometimes Missed, and Why Accurate Assessment Matters
Understanding ADHD Beyond Common Stereotypes Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a recognised neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention regulation, executive functioning, impulsivity and emotional control. While ADHD is often associated with childhood hyperactivity, modern clinical research shows that ADHD can persist into adolescence and adulthood and may present very differently across individuals. Over recent years, awareness of […]
ADHD and Leadership: When the Right Environment Changes Everything
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, executive function, and impulse control. In traditional work environments, these differences are often seen as limitations. In the right setting, they can become leadership advantages. Research shows that performance in ADHD is highly dependent on context. When the environment matches the individual, decision-making […]
The Psychology of the Face: What Patients Need to Know
Dr Max Malik’s London Lecture This weekend at the Royal College of Physicians, consultant psychiatrist and aesthetics specialist Dr Max Malik delivered a two-day lecture on the psychology of the face, exploring how emotional wellbeing and appearance are closely connected. Presented as part of the Wigmore Presents educational series, the session focused on an important […]
Menopause and ADHD: how hormonal changes can affect attention, mood and “brain fog”
Many women describe a noticeable shift in focus, organisation, sleep and emotional regulation during perimenopause and menopause Many women describe a noticeable shift in focus, organisation, sleep and emotional regulation during perimenopause and menopause. That’s not surprising: menopause involves fluctuating, then falling, ovarian hormones (especially oestrogen), and NICE recognises that menopause can be associated with […]
Should We Legalise Medicinal Cannabis? An Evidence-Based Perspective.
Medicinal Cannabis in the UK Since 2018 Since medicinal cannabis was rescheduled in the UK in November 2018, the question of whether, and how far, it should be legalised has remained a subject of intense clinical, scientific, and public debate. Dr Imran Malik’s Evidence to Parliament In March 2019, Dr Imran Malik, Medical Director at […]
Why Autism Is Now Often Referred to as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Understanding the Shift From ASD to ASC In recent years, you may have noticed a shift in language from Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). This change reflects evolving clinical understanding, guidance from reputable organisations such as the NHS, and a growing emphasis on neurodiversity and person-centred care. How the NHS Describes […]