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Oct 24, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Jimby Casquete |Robert Haynes |Debbie Green
114 Reading Time: 2 minutesParenting is often stressful, and even with the best intentions, mistakes are easy to make. According to the Children Trends Databank, technology is playing an increasingly prominent role in parenting. But constant exposure to technology can lead to unpredictable behaviour in children, which may leave you feeling frustrated or overwhelmed when managing children of different ages. So, how can you ease the pressure while effectively guiding your children’s behaviour?
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
wellbeingmagazine.com | Debbie Green
As a wellness coach, I’ve had countless conversations that have left a lasting impact on me. But my recent chat with Pippa Winn, a 55-year-old woman who completely transformed her life during mid-life, was truly exceptional. Our conversation, alongside my Secrets from a Coach podcast co-host Laura Thomson-Staveley, reminded me of the power of coaching and the incredible potential for change that lies within each of us, regardless of age or circumstances.
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Oct 23, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Jimby Casquete |Robert Haynes |Debbie Green
2 Reading Time: 2 minutesNew research has revealed significant intimacy and communication challenges affecting relationships across the UK. According to the study, nearly 1 in 5 people in the UK (18%) are unsatisfied with their sex lives, and around 1 in 7 (14%) do not feel comfortable communicating their sexual needs and desires to their partner.
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Oct 21, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Jimby Casquete |Robert Haynes |Debbie Green
2 Reading Time: 3 minutesWith National Spa Week approaching and exclusive data revealing another 50,000 weddings planned for the autumn and winter seasons, new insights from Hitched.co.uk, the leading wedding marketplace, shed light on a growing trend among nearlyweds. As the survey indicates, 30% of soon-to-be brides are favouring calm and relaxing hen dos over the traditional late-night party scene, which only 8% of respondents still prefer.
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Oct 20, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Jimby Casquete |Robert Haynes |Debbie Green
2 Reading Time: 3 minutesMoney plays a pivotal role in relationships, but many couples still find financial discussions tricky. A survey by Legal & General sheds light on how UK couples navigate this delicate subject, revealing trends in spending, saving, and the dynamics of sharing financial responsibilities. Over a quarter (29%) of couples have one partner paying the bulk of household expenses, and on average, it takes around 4.5 years for couples to open a joint bank account.
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Oct 19, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Jimby Casquete |Robert Haynes |Debbie Green
2 Reading Time: 2 minutesCouple therapy can be a transformative tool for addressing relationship difficulties, but what happens when violence enters the picture? A new study conducted by researchers at VID Specialized University in Norway has explored how therapists make the challenging decision of whether to continue couple therapy when violence becomes a factor.
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Oct 4, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Julian Carter |Tim Williamson |Debbie Green
1 Reading Time: 2 minutesParenting in the modern age comes with a unique set of challenges that previous generations could never have anticipated. The rapid advancement of technology, changing societal norms, and the fast-paced nature of the world have all contributed to the complexities of raising children today. One of the most prominent issues that parents encounter in the modern age is the pervasive influence of technology on their children.
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Oct 2, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Julian Carter |Tim Williamson |Debbie Green
2 Reading Time: 5 minutesWhen it comes to what parents are buying for their children, new research from Very reveals that more than half of parents (51%) have spent more on toys for their kids in 2024 than last year, with 53% planning to spend more on toys this Christmas than in 2023. Parents plan on spending £279.49 on average this Christmas, with £95.58 expected to be spent on toys per child, up from £89.79 per child in 2023.
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Oct 1, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Julian Carter |Tim Williamson |Ellen Diamond |Debbie Green
3 Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a parent or foster carer, one of your responsibilities is to have open and honest conversations with your pre-teen about important topics like peer pressure. While it may feel awkward or uncomfortable at times, having these discussions is vital to your child’s development and ability to make good choices. Here are some tips to help you navigate “the talk” about peer pressure with your pre-teen.
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Sep 26, 2024 | 
psychreg.org | Julian Carter |Tim Williamson |Ellen Diamond |Debbie Green
2 Reading Time: 2 minutesA new report from Women’s Aid reveals that it costs survivors around £50,000 to flee abusive relationships and rebuild their lives, underscoring a critical funding gap in state support. The report, The Price of Safety, highlights that survivors are left with a shortfall of at least £10,000, even in the best-case scenario where they receive their full entitlement of state support.
