Blog - JM Mental Health Limited

Why I chose to be a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Associate with JM Mental Health

19 Dec 2022

I was interested in a move into private practice in child psychiatry, so I contacted the Private and Independent Practice group at the Royal College of Psychiatrists, and they put me in touch with Julia. As she had started her own private practice from scratch, she was the ideal person to go to. We... Read more

ADHD in children – what to look out for and how to get help

20 Oct 2022

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a type of neurodiversity that affects the parts of the brain that control attention, impulses and concentration. It is the most common neurodevelopmental condition in the UK; about 5% of children are thought to have ADHD but only 3% are... Read more

A practical guide to supporting your child during exams

10 May 2022

Exam season is stressful for young people and their families. It can be a rocky time but there are things you can do to help your child. Causes of exam stress Feeling unprepared Pressure from others Pressure to get certain grades Comparing themself to others Worrying about the... Read more

The importance of managing our own stress as Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists

26 Apr 2022

Stress Awareness month has been held every April since 1992. Its aim is to raise awareness about the causes - and the cures - for what the Stress Management Society calls a ‘modern stress epidemic’. The Stress Management Society explains, “lack of support can cause loneliness and isolation,... Read more