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Childhood trauma is a difficult topic to navigate. We don’t like to think, or talk, about children being hurt. But if we’re working with clients who may have been traumatized, we really need to understand it—what it means, how it manifests, and how to identify it. Accurate childhood trauma tests are an important part of […]

Circadian rhythms are the daily cycles of our bodily processes, such as sleep, appetite, and alertness. In a sense, we all know about them because we all experience them. We feel more alert at some points in the day and tired at others. But we may not understand just how our internal clock works, how

Childhood trauma casts a long shadow, shaping the lives of individuals long after the events themselves have passed. As therapists, understanding the profound impacts of childhood trauma is essential for providing effective support and intervention for those who have experienced it. In this article, we delve into the intricate landscape of childhood trauma, exploring its

Alongside Sigmund Freud, the Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Carl Gustav Jung (1875–1961) is one of the most important innovators in the field of modern depth psychology. Jungian psychology, also known as analytical psychology, offers ground-breaking theories of the human psyche that are rooted in theories of the unconscious. Originally a collaborator of Freud’s, Jung eventually

Early detection through regular screening is key to preventing and treating many diseases. Despite this fact, participation in screening tends to be low. In Australia, only 40% of adults opted for screening for bowel cancer in 2021, 3% lower than the previous year (AIHW, 2023). Why do people decide not to participate in a low-risk

In 2019, 970 million people worldwide were struggling with stress, anxiety, and mental health issues (World Health Organization, n.d.). Given these soaring numbers, many individuals would benefit greatly from developing better coping skills. Skills such as resilience, adaptability and emotional agility (David, 2016) would broaden their ability to cope, their window of tolerance.

In the vast tapestry of human existence, woven with the threads of individual experiences and collective consciousness, lies a profound understanding of the human psyche. At the heart of this understanding, Carl Jung gifted us with a map—a map not of physical territories but of psychological landscapes. Within this guidance, we discover the intricate patterns

Mental toughness is not about being the loudest and brashest athlete on the sports field, pitch, track, or in the pool. Instead, mental toughness is what gets the athlete out training at 5 am, enables them to play at their limits when their team is behind, and ramps up their focus when facing up to

In our work as therapists, we often encounter the undeniable truth: we never truly outgrow our inner child. A youthful part within us persists, sometimes surfacing to seek acknowledgment and expression. Have you ever noticed an unexpected surge of emotion, seemingly from a place deeply rooted in your past, and you’re left wondering, “Why did

Parenting is a beautiful and deeply rewarding, but also often a confusing and overwhelming journey. We all want to raise happy and well-adjusted children. However, the constant barrage of advice promoting conflicting and ever-changing parenting styles can leave us feeling lost. The notion of “gentle parenting” has been attracting much attention in recent years. It