Melanie MedlandDepression is a tricky beastDepression is when you constantly and continuously feel helpless inside, worthless & dejected. If you are depressed then even thinking…Oct 31, 2019Oct 31, 2019
Melanie MedlandEverybody handles stress differently.One of those non avoidable, super stressful times is exams. And already that time of the year is nearly here once again. Which for some of…Oct 24, 2019Oct 24, 2019
Melanie MedlandEmpathy vs SympathyFollowing along from the last post, which was how to have a conversation with your teenager if you think they may commit suicide, I…Oct 1, 2019Oct 1, 2019
Melanie Medland‘Conversations with teenagers’ — when you think they may be thinking about committing suicideIf you’re worried that a conversation about suicide might trigger a suicide attempt, be aware that if you’re worried enough to be thinking…Sep 26, 2019Sep 26, 2019
Melanie MedlandTeenagers and teenage years are challenging.It can be so hard to tell, are they anxious and depressed, or are they just being teenagers? If you’re at all worried about their mental…Sep 25, 2019Sep 25, 2019
Melanie MedlandConversations with Teenagers: going deeperBefore you get to have a deep, treasured relationship with your teenagers you need close everyday stuff first. The deep stuff just won’t…Sep 24, 2019Sep 24, 2019
Melanie MedlandThe atmosphere in a child’s environment makes such a difference.Uplifting, nourishing, empoweringSep 23, 2019Sep 23, 2019
Melanie MedlandConversations with Teenagers: everyday stuff countsWe all have memories of our teenage years. Those awkward chats with parents about things you’d much rather not discuss; and the times when…Sep 23, 2019Sep 23, 2019
Melanie MedlandIt’s about suicide preventionSuicide is receiving an overdose of publicity. The aftermath of a suicide and its tragic loss is naturally newsworthy and the statistics…Sep 19, 2019Sep 19, 2019
Melanie MedlandThe power of self compassionI’m a big fan of self compassion. My own journey started with an, at the time, seemingly random purchase of Kristin Neff’s book ‘Self…Jul 18, 2019Jul 18, 2019