Shaw Psychology

09/10/2025

The hidden side of p**n addiction is the immense pain it causes partners. It's more than just a lie; it's a betrayal that can shatter your sense of reality and self-worth. If you've been through this, you are not overreacting.

Our new guide is a confidential resource specifically for partners. We cover:
❤️ Understanding "Betrayal Trauma" and why it hurts so much.
📝 A powerful letter-writing exercise to help you process your pain.
🔑 Why your healing must be your first priority.
🙏 How therapy can help you recover, regardless of what your partner does.

Your feelings are valid, and you don't have to go through this alone.
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02/10/2025

It's a secret that can destroy relationships, self-esteem, and your connection to the real world. Po*******hy addiction is a real and growing problem, and the shame surrounding it often keeps people from seeking help.

Our new, confidential guide explores:
✅ The clinical signs that a habit has become an addiction.
🧠 The shame cycle that keeps you trapped.
📝 A practical first step (The HALT method) to start understanding your triggers.
❤️ How therapy can provide a real path to freedom and recovery.

If you're ready to break the cycle, read our guide.
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25/09/2025

It's a unique kind of pain to watch your adult child's life be consumed by a video game. You can't ground them or take the console away. So, what can you do?

Our new guide for parents of adult children with gaming addiction explores:
❤️ The difference between loving support and harmful enabling.
🤔 How to identify and change one enabling behaviour.
🗣️ The power of setting healthy boundaries.
🙏 Why looking after your own mental health is the most critical step.

You can't control their choices, but you can change your response. Read our guide.
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18/09/2025

As a parent, it's terrifying when your child starts to disappear into a video game, leaving their schoolwork, friends, and family behind. The constant fights can leave you feeling exhausted and hopeless.

Our new guide is a practical roadmap for parents of children and teens with a gaming problem. We cover:
✅ The key warning signs that it's a real addiction.
🗣️ A step-by-step guide to having a "Curious, Not Furious" conversation that actually works.
📝 The basics of creating a family gaming plan.
❤️ How family therapy can support you through this.

You don't have to deal with this alone. Read the guide.
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11/09/2025

The other side of gaming addiction is the partner left behind—feeling lonely, ignored, and resentful. If you're fighting a losing battle for your partner's attention against a screen, this guide is for you.

We explore:
❤️ The real emotional toll it takes on you.
🙅♀️ The "Three Cs" - why you can't cause, control, or cure it.
boundaries.
💖 Why your own well-being must be the priority.

You are not alone in this struggle. Read our guide.
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04/09/2025

Modern games are designed to be incredibly engaging, but for some, they can lead to a severe loss of self-control. Internet Gaming Disorder is a recognised health condition, not a lack of willpower.

Our new, in-depth guide explores:
✅ The 9 official signs that a gaming hobby has become a problem.
🎮 The psychological design hooks that make games so hard to quit.
📝 A simple, practical first step you can take to assess your own habits.
❤️ How therapy can help you put the game back in its place and reconnect with your life.

If you feel like you've lost control, you're not alone. Read our guide to learn more.
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28/08/2025

It's easy to joke about being "addicted" to our phones or a new game. But when a behaviour truly starts to take over, causing real-world problems with work, relationships, and your mental health, it may be a behavioural addiction.

Our new foundational guide explores:
❓ What separates a habit from an addiction.
🎮 The signs of common issues like Gaming Disorder and problematic p**nography use.
📝 A simple "Cost-Benefit" exercise to honestly assess the behaviour's impact.
❤️ How evidence-based therapy can help you regain control.

If you feel like you've lost control, there is a path back. Read our guide to learn more.
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25/08/2025

For parents, finding out your child has an eating disorder is a nightmare. You feel lost, scared, and unsure where to turn.

We've written a detailed, practical guide specifically for Melbourne parents to help you navigate this journey. We cover:

🔴 The subtle warning signs to look for in your child's behaviour.
🗣️ How to start the conversation with love, not confrontation.
👨👩👧 The vital role parents play in treatments like Family-Based Therapy (FBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Enhanced (CBT-E).
❤️ Practical skills for managing mealtimes and, crucially, for looking after your own well-being.

You are your child's best resource. This guide is here to support you.
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18/08/2025

The stereotype of an eating disorder can make it incredibly difficult for men to see it in themselves, or for others to recognise it. The pressure is often on muscularity, not just thinness, and the primary behaviour can be compulsive exercise praised as "dedication."

Our new article is a guide for the "invisible men" struggling in silence. We discuss:
💪 How eating disorders can look different in men (e.g., 'bigorexia').
🤫 The intense stigma that stops men from seeking help.
📝 How evidence-based therapy is tailored for men.
🤔 A simple first step to start identifying the eating disorder's rigid "rules."

It takes immense courage to seek help. Share this to spread awareness.
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11/08/2025

For many people, the hardest part of eating disorder recovery is healing their relationship with their body. The constant, harsh inner critic can feel impossible to silence.

But what if the goal isn't to silence the critic, but to stop letting it drive?

Our new guide explores:
😶 What body image disturbance really is (it's more than just what you see).
🪝 How Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you "unhook" from negative thoughts.
🥰 The power of focusing on your values, not your appearance.
🙏 A simple gratitude exercise to start practising today.

Read our full guide on the blog to learn more.
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04/08/2025

Binge Eating Disorder isn't about a lack of willpower; it's a complex mental health condition where food is often used to cope with difficult emotions. The cycle of bingeing followed by intense shame can feel incredibly isolating.

Our new guide explores:
✅ How to tell the difference between overeating and BED.
✅ The emotional triggers that often drive binge episodes.
✅ How effective therapies like CBT-E work.
✅ A simple "5-Minute Delay" skill to help you manage urges.

You can find a more peaceful relationship with food. Read our full guide on the blog.
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31/07/2025

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