S E I K Psychiatry

05/12/2024

✨ Every Child Deserves to Thrive ✨

Did you know children with ADHD and autism have legal rights to support at school? From tailored learning plans to sensory-friendly spaces, there are accommodations to help every child succeed. 💡🏫

Discover their rights and how you can advocate for the support they need.

👉 Read our latest blog to learn more! https://wix.to/87pSr0l

Understand your neurodivergent child's rights to unlock access to the right support.

23/10/2024

🌟 Did you know that while diet can’t cure ADHD, it can still play a big role in how we feel and function? 🍎✨

By focusing on balanced meals with whole grains, lean proteins, and plenty of fruits and veggies, you can help boost energy, focus, and overall well-being. 🥦🍗

Want to learn how different food groups impact ADHD and which additives to watch out for? Read our blog here: https://wix.to/PrFkI0K 💡

18/01/2024

Living with AuDHD, the co-occurrence of Autism and ADHD, can have it’s challenges. 👀

A lot of the traits of these conditions clash with the other. For example, people with ADHD can have a tendency to become bored easily, whereas, people with Autism sometimes fixate on one thing.

Having AuDHD can make you feel conflicted and even frustrated inside. On the one hand, you crave new experiences, and on the other, routine stabilizes you. Try to accept the ups and downs and learn to ride the waves of your needs rather than trying to force yourself to be one way or the other. There are strengths and joy in both!

At S E I K, we recognise the challenges that come alongside having AuDHD, and we offer assessments, for both conditions. 🌈⭐

15/01/2024

Stimming, or self-stimulatory behaviour, plays a positive role in development for several reasons:

🌈 Stimming is often a self-soothing mechanism that helps individuals regulate their emotions and sensory experiences. It can provide a sense of comfort and stability.

✨ It can help individuals process and navigate sensory input. For neurodiverse individuals, stimming can be a way to manage and make sense of their surroundings.

⭐ It serves as a way to express yourself, and this is vital for every single person.

09/01/2024

ADHD in women can manifest in a completely different way to in men... ✨

And this can actually be very damaging for women.

ADHD in women often presents with more internal symptoms, such as anxiety, self doubt and self consciousness, making it less noticeable than hyperactivity in men.

Women may mask symptoms through coping mechanisms, leading to under diagnosis.

has explained this beautifully.

Recognising subtle signs and considering internal struggles is crucial for accurate identification and support in women with ADHD. So, if you, or someone you know is exhibiting signs of ADHD, please don’t hesitate to get in contact:

📞 - 020 8081 0837
📩 - admin@seikpsychiatry.com
🌐 - www.seikpsychiatry.com

05/01/2024

Receiving an ADHD or ASD diagnosis can be a rollercoaster of emotions – overwhelming, scary, yet oddly exciting 📉

At S E I K, our neurodivergent-led team has been through it too. We understand the uncertainty and the choices you face.

Whether you opt for medication or explore alternative paths, we're here to support you. Your journey is our journey, and we're here to provide guidance, compassion, and a listening ear as you navigate this transformative experience.

02/01/2024

ADHD myths we want to leave in 2023... 🌈✨

Misconceptions and myths about ADHD and Autism can be painful and unfair for us neurodiverse people.
Why stereotypes can be harmful:
⏰ Stereotypes can make people miss out on getting the right diagnosis.
For example, thinking everyone with ADHD is always hyperactive is wrong. ADHD shows up in different ways, not just constant hyperactivity.

If you suspect you may have ADHD or Autism, please don’t listen to stereotypes, as neurodevelopmental disorders manifest differently in each individual ✨

28/12/2023

Oestrogen has many fantastic benefits, such as:
✨ Cognitive Function - Oestrogen can contribute to cognitive functions, including memory and attention

✨ Skin and Hair Health - Oestrogen influences skin elasticity, hydration, and hair growth

✨ Mood Regulation - It can impact serotonin and endorphin levels, influencing mood and emotional well-being

NOW, when we talk about periods and ADHD, it can make our experiences more negative...

We can experience symptoms such as:

🙄 Brain fog/busyness
👀 Overstimulation
🤸‍♀️ Restlessness
⏰ Impulsivity

Make sure you are gentle with yourself during this time period, and knowing that these can go hand-in-hand, can make this time a little easier for us...