Blog - JM Mental Health Limited

Case Study – Understanding ADHD and how this affects our son was a massive turning point for us all

02 Feb 2023

It became really apparent that something was not right with our son as he hit puberty. He became very frustrated, very agitated and couldn't concentrate for long. At school it had been pointed out, that because of some of his actions and behaviour, they thought he had OCD. It was decided that we... Read more

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