Mental health concerns are widespread for both adults and children, with increasing rates of probable mental health conditions observed in young people, particularly in UK. Rates of mental disorders in children (aged 8-16) rose from 1 in 8 in 2017 to over 1 in 6 by 2023, while adult access to mental health treatment in England has also doubled in the same period. Data indicates 1 in 4 adults are living with a mental health condition. Of course the underlying factors of anxiet

World Mental Health Day reminds us that emotional well-being is not just a personal issue it ripples out into home, family and workplace with far-reaching consequences often unrecognised. Recent data shows that mental ill-health costs the UK economy an estimated  £117.9 billion annually  through absenteeism, lost productivity, and staff turnover. 1 in 6 employees experience underlying common mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, yet stigma and lack of supp

I had an amazing time at Pause Live in London on Saturday. Thank you to Katie and Julija (Allonus team) who helped man the stand and share the experience with so many people.   The event was very well attended and the organisation was brilliant. I applauded  all of the ‘Pause Team’ who worked so hard to make this event the huge success it was. Amazing to see so many Interesting stands, exhibitors dedicated to supporting women in their own way. The world of Pause opened up wit

Why Children, Can’t Afford anymore Medical, Parental, Societal Blindness   Birth Trauma: The Silent Crisis Every year, thousands of families silently carry the weight of birth trauma. For too long, a mother’s influences have been dismissed as “baby blues” or “just hormones.” But the truth is clear: ignoring birth trauma comes with staggering health costs for parents, for children and society. I wrote about this crisis in my women’s and children’s health book ‘Pregnancy & Birt

The Hidden Error For too long, birth trauma has been dismissed, hidden under labels of “baby blues,” “colic,” or “just hormones.” But this underestimated perception is costing individuals, families health, ripple impacts on family unit, siblings, income. Underlying in teen mental health, self-esteem, anxiety from complex birth trauma, including early suicide. What health professionals fail to acknowledge is that birth experience ripples into childhood, adulthood and society i

Celebs are speaking about their horrific experiences of birth trauma, highlighting to society the need for new approaches at birth.   I have written and spoken about birth trauma for over 25 years. My own professional anidotal and personal experience has accumulated great insights on this matter and unfortunately the daily risks continue, globally, some fifty years on from when my son experienced a fast birth and suffered birth trauma! No one could tell me how to support my s

Birth programmes are set in minds and hearts however we live in an age of ever increasing intervention as women are unable to birth naturally. Intervention has grown steadily as a matter of course over thirty years. And very rare in my day of the 1970s.   In the UK, around 1 in 3 women are now being induced. However, a survey run by the Patient Information Forum found that only 25% of women and birthing people felt prepared by the information they received. There are many rea

Psychological, MIND-Emotional issues have grown to extraordinary proportions in the last two decades and officially affects 1 in 4 people. What is alarming is the young age data figures, extraordinary numbers of young children are diagnosed as having Trauma, depression and anxiety on a daily basis. Unimaginable in in my day growing up.   There is no doubt Mental Health incidences start early in life and without finding and eliminating the root-cause can go on to influence lon

Bladder issues can plague all ages more than we acknowledge. A bigger issue more than we know. We may use products to lessen the impacts such as pads and throw away pants. However it is not dealing with the core issue at all. Still living with the embarrassing bladder disorder. Distressing, embarrassing and causes a lot of grief for all ages young and old.   Fact is incontinence can be a whole body issue not just the bladder. A physical dysfunction, hormonal or meridian imbal

When pregnant, what we take from over the counter drugs and pain killers can be contraindicated in pregnancy. Especially in second and third trimester.   A new paediatric research has found a strong correlation in over the counter acetaminophen (the only analgesic considered safe for use though out pregnancy) may be associated with poorer neurodevelopmental outcomes in children, and delayed language development.   Pronounced among boys, with delayed speech development at in e

Perimenopause is a big subject and living with the symptoms can be scary, majority of women are unaware of the full impacts.  Exhaustion is part of the problem.   As is the trend today it takes an investigation with a TV programme to highlight the plight of injustice in health for women. Certainly, brought more awareness and women up in arms with the injustice of what women can live, with no awareness and education.   Facts are: Perimenopause (the start of menopause process)

Balanced hormones are the cornerstones of our good health. How normal is your normal hormonal function? Every women or teen is different in hormonal function. Symptoms include suffering period pains, PMS, etc., Billions of hours are lost to women's suffering, menstrual and hormonal disorders. Without correction causes further disorders such as menstrual cramps, infertility, endometriosis, severe menopause symptoms. Imbalanced hormones start early and can be felt at pub

Couples often put all their hope into IVF. IVF is a clinical approach and structure of stages to complete. The roller coaster of IVF can become traumatic in various ways. Most couples are not fully aware of the full processes offered. And surprised by the pressure and emotional outcomes involved in IVF. Live high expectations of IVF conception and don’t expect to experience pregnancy loss. Although a common distressing outcome. Both are in distress and trauma from their even

Maternity loss is devastating to any couple, and automatically go into a grief process. Little is discussed or understood within society, (health professionals) as to the long-term psychological and emotional outcomes kicking in, affecting couples. Women can carry deep scars from pregnancy loss and miscarriage… even 20 or 30 years later very raw when talking about the event. Still living complex trauma. Joy Wisdom Trust know talking is not enough… we need direct action to d

Mental health week brought a second involvement of government with charity SANDS and Tommy’s promoting political loud noise about pregnancy loss and miscarriage. Presenting to MP’s and government representatives a SANDS/Tommy’s joint policy to help prevent miscarriage and still births. Reality data was presented to the government representatives a cry for awakening and action for women and children. Pregnancy loss continues at unacceptable levels. Preterm births rate 8% of a

Mental health week - Womens health issues and menopause 2023 Mental Health week has spearheaded several projects highlighting women’s mental, emotional health issues. 1 in 4 suffer Psychological disorders. Due to hormonal issues, women suffer depression and anxiety more than men. Further Menopause legislation discussions continue with poor response. suggestions to improve working conditions for women with menopause disorders. Sadly government didn’t see the urgent action re

Endometriosis is the second most common genealogical condition affecting women in the UK. A female health condition ‘Endometriosis’ a disorder where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing pain and/or infertility. A health condition under acknowledged and under supported in today’s medical care spectrum. Globally the situation is mirrored. World Health Authority (WHO) states Endometriosis affects 190 million females globally or approximat

2020, university called for early intervention, vital to identify high-risk conditions, and treat women with PTSD. In the past research on PTSD has been based on military veterans. Maternal PTSD is not fully acknowledge or supported in health care. City University of London researchers (2020) found a total of 24267 women had reported the prevalence of PTSD during pregnancy or after birth using a diagnostic measure. Up to 700,000 women give birth each year in UK. prevalence

In 2017, Harvard university announced, pain especially chronic pain, is an emotional condition as well as a physical sensation. It is a complex experience that affects through mood and behaviour, can lead to isolation, immobility and drug dependence. Pain is depressing, and depression causes intensifies pain. People with chronic pain have three times the average risk of developing psychiatric symptoms, such as mood or anxiety disorders. Depressed individuals have three times

Mirror Image – Facts and Solutions to Inherited Generational Trauma and Absorption (IGTA). By Joy Wisdom Ground-breaking factual exploration as to how we behave, why we live mental health issues, how clinical conversion and utero is involved. Subconscious drives hidden aspects happening to us daily. Packed with case studies and a New Therapy solution. Today psychological influences are an all-time high. We are living a critical stage of evolution. If we want good health, to