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ADHD and Screen Time: Understanding the Connection and Finding Balance
In our clinic, young adults and teenagers are increasingly bringing up their concerns about how much time they spend on their phones—scrolling, watching short videos, or simply ‘getting lost’ online. Of course, we also meet parents who are worried, but often it is the young person themself who feels “hooked,” uneasy, or unsure about the impact of their online habits. Many are thinking about how the time they spend on screens might be affecting them in negative ways. We hear a

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
Nov 27, 2025


ADHD & Self-Harm: High Risk for Adolescent and Young Adult Self-Harm Is Salient
Self-harm (SH) is often associated with attempts at stress relief and is commonly observed among individuals on the autism spectrum....

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
Jul 2, 2025


Rethinking Autism in Clinical Practice: Key Insights from Jonathan Green
Driven by the fact that last month marked Autism Awareness Day , we would like to take this opportunity to expand on the topic by sharing...

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
May 19, 2025


From DSM-IV to DSM-5: What Changed in the Diagnosis of Autism?
Since 2013, the diagnosis of autism has changed significantly with the adoption of the DSM-5.

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
Apr 14, 2025


Anxiety, Depression, and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Anxiety, Depression, and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
Mar 7, 2025


Adapting Psychological Treatment for Autistic Individuals
Research shows that nearly 75% of autistic individuals experience mental health challenges such as anxiety, stress, and depression....

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
Feb 19, 2025


World Cancer Day: Understanding the Link with Autism
A recent study looked into whether individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) have a higher-than-expected risk of cancer remains...

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
Feb 19, 2025


October: A Month of Awareness for ADHD and OCD
October is widely recognised as ADHD Awareness Month, dedicated to raising understanding and support for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity...

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
Feb 19, 2025


ADHD October Awareness Month: “It’s More Widespread Than You Think”
ADHD affects around 5-8% of children worldwide and is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in youth.

Anna Plessas, Ignatios Kafantaris
Oct 1, 2024
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