Why ADHD and Trauma Often Occur Together — And How Trauma-Informed & IFS Approaches Can Help
ADHD is commonly viewed through a lens of brain-based dysfunction — a neurodevelopmental condition marked by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. But for many people, this clinical description doesn’t fully capture the lived experience of ADHD, especially when...
Exploring the Self: A Dialogue Between Psychology and Buddhism
Introduction What is the Self? This question has puzzled philosophers, psychologists, mystics, and meditators for centuries. Is the Self a stable entity, a bundle of experiences, or an illusion altogether? This article explores three distinct yet profound approaches...
Are ADHD and Trauma Linked?
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Trauma, and Neuropsychology: Exploring the Overlap Introduction Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and experiences of trauma, particularly in childhood, exhibit notable overlaps in symptoms, leading to...
The Mind as a Self-Organising System
The human mind is a complex, dynamic system that continuously organises and reorganises itself in response to internal and external stimuli. This self-organising nature has been explored through various lenses, including neuroscience, Buddhist philosophy, and...
Why Anxiety Sometimes Persists Despite Your Best Efforts
Why Anxiety Sometimes Persists Despite Your Best Efforts Many people struggling with anxiety have already tried a range of strategies. They may have read books, listened to podcasts, practised mindfulness, exercised regularly, improved their sleep, or learned...
Anxiety Caused by Trauma
Anxiety that results from trauma is often more deeply rooted than general anxiety and can manifest in intense, persistent fear responses. This type of anxiety is commonly seen in conditions like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD (C-PTSD). How...
Why Hypnosis is the Perfect Trauma Treatment
Dr. Fredric Mau’s Insights on Hypnosis, Trauma, and Neuropsychology Dr. Fredric Mau, a clinical mental health counsellor and expert in hypnosis, explores the neuropsychological foundations of trauma and how hypnosis can serve as an optimal treatment modality. His...
Why are morals and ethics important in psycho therapy?
Morals and ethics are essential in psychotherapy because they ensure the well-being, dignity, and trust of clients. Here’s why they matter: 1. Protecting Clients from Harm Psychotherapists work with vulnerable individuals who may be struggling with trauma, mental...
Is NLP pseudoscience or sound coaching techniques?
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a psychological approach developed in the 1970s by Richard Bandler and John Grinder. It posits a connection between neurological processes ("neuro"), language ("linguistic"), and behavioural patterns learned through experience...
Which therapy is best for me?
Which Therapy Is Best for Me? One of the most common questions people ask when seeking support is: "Which therapy is best?" It's a reasonable question. With so many approaches available—CBT, ACT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), hypnotherapy, mindfulness-based...