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KMA: University Transition Services
University. It is a big deal, for both the parent and the child.
For some, it is a lifelong goal, and for others a last-minute decision. As parents, our children going to University can be a daunting time. It is a whole new adjustment, and it can cause anxiety for both parties.
We constantly see the university experience depicted in the media, often portrayed as ‘the best time of your life’ but that is not always how it goes…
But what happens if my child does not enjoy university?
For some, the University experience is not what […]
Men’s Mental Health Awareness Week
Mental health, we all have it. But what is it?
Mental health includes our emotional, social and psychological wellbeing. It affects how we feel, think, behave and sleep. Mental health is considered to be on a continuum meaning it’s something we all have, which can vary from person to person, depending on our circumstances. So when does mental health become a problem?
Sometimes changes in our mental health can be very sudden, with no identifiable trigger, but other times it can be a slow decline, some of the most common warning signs of a decline in our mental […]
Action For Brain Injury Week 2021
This week is national action for brain injury week and the theme is social isolation. In this blog post, I will be explaining why social isolation can be a very common issue following a brain injury and how we can help.
It can be a time of huge change for each individual and their families resulting in a shift in roles and responsibilities at work and home. Experiencing a brain injury may result in significant changes at work, or in people being unable to return to their previous […]
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021
Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event hosted by The Mental Health Foundation and has been running for over 21 years in the UK. It has since grown into the biggest national awareness event to date. Its aim is to start an open conversation about mental health, and gives people the opportunity to share stories, experiences and advice with one another. Of course, mental health should be spoken about all year long, but the week can be a good opportunity to spread awareness.
View our mental health page for more.
Why is it important?
Anxious About Normality?
After months of uncertainty, restrictions are beginning to lift in the UK, the prospect of ‘normality’ is closer than ever.
But how are you feeling? For many, the excitement may be highly motivating, but for others, they could be feeling extremely anxious about what the future may look like. But it’s okay to also feel a mix of both. Our lives have been completely turned upside down over the past year and we have all adapted to create our new routines.
To learn more about occupational therapy and how we can help you? Read our previous blog
From Navy to Civilian Life – Case Study
Another client who achieved great results was Andrew*.
Andrew referred himself to us at the suggestion of a family friend. They were concerned about his deterioration in his mood and unhealthy lifestyle.
We found that Andrew had always been a high flyer and continued to set himself very high targets for achievement. He was especially concerned about anyone knowing that we were working with him, but we could reassure him that our integrity is second to none. Confidentiality and discretion are cornerstones of our work. We prioritised meeting with him virtually.
Did you read our previous […]
What is Occupational Therapy and What are the Reasons for a Referral?
In this blog, we will be explaining what occupational therapy is, why you would need to see us and how we work.
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) is a science degree-based, health profession, regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council.
Occupational therapy is a very broad topic but a simplified definition is:
“Occupational therapists are dual-trained in both mental and physical health, they work with people of any age – with or without a clinical diagnosis, to help them carry out the activities that they need, […]
Senior Executive with Anxiety – Case Study
We worked with a lady who we are going to call Sarah*.
Sarah was a Senior Executive. We first met her in 2019 when conducting training at her workplace which focused on keeping the workplace healthy and reducing absenteeism.
Sarah contacted us in confidence after the training and said: “I can relate to some of the things you were talking about. I don’t see my friends, I’m not sleeping well and I’m eating a diet that isn’t as healthy as it should be”.
Sarah recognised that she was beginning to feel anxious […]
Workplace Health, it Matters Now More Than Ever
As Occupational Therapists, we know just how important workplace health is.
Pre COVID-19, workplace health was not commonly spoken about. However, since the beginning of the pandemic and the huge rise in working from home, it’s really taken to the spotlight, especially as its all too easy to mask our wellbeing behind a screen.
What is presenteeism?
Presenteeism is an increasingly common issue in the UK workforce. It can be best described as employees working without the appropriate accommodations and adjustments when they are mentally or physically unwell. You might notice that someone is […]
Vocational Rehabilitation Case Study
We worked with a Lawyer, Simon*, who had been diagnosed with depression and anxiety.
Simon was 42 years old with a wife and children. He was a senior partner in a law firm and was highly successful in his job. He was also extremely anxious about failing or not succeeding in some way. Although Simon didn’t want to practice law anymore, he didn’t know what else he could do and this was playing on his mind and affecting his performance at work. Simon was finding it extremely stressful and he had begun to avoid taking on certain types of cases.
