National PTSD Awareness Day 2025
Today, the 27th of June 2025, it is dedicated to increasing understanding and awareness of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as part of June, which has been PTSD Awareness Month. “Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a prevalent and complex psychiatric condition that arises in response to exposure to traumatic events, significantly impacting an individual’s mental well-being”. It can […]
Why are we still pathologising trauma?
Over 80% of people diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder have a history of abuse, neglect, or early relational trauma.And yet, time and again, services default to describing these individuals as “disordered,” “manipulative,” or “too complex” — rather than as survivors of unsafe beginnings. John Gunderson, often seen as the architect of the BPD diagnosis, said:“Reframing […]
Ball drumming
Ball drumming with pool noodles? Yes, you are reading well! Ball drumming with pool noodles, or with two wooden spoons, two sticks…or whatever you have access to at any moment… you can be as creative as you would like to be! This activity can be adapted to each person, situation and environment! The method doesn’t […]
How the Brain Transforms Speech Pitch into Meaning – Insights for Therapists and Parents
At ASI Wise & Sensory Project, we recognise that understanding how the brain processes sensory information helps us provide the best support for those we work with. A groundbreaking study has revealed that Heschl’s gyrus, a part of the brain traditionally thought to be involved only in early sound processing, plays a much bigger role […]
World Menopause Day 2024
#WorldMenopauseDay Published on: World Menopause Day is held annually on the 18th of October, so let’s reflect on this moment in life that all women go through between their 45 and 55 years old, depending on each woman. Women experience menopause in different ways, with different symptoms and intensity. What is certain is that they […]
The Teenage Brain – a great new resource
Looking forward to following this new organisation, who appear to have some amazing resources from my first drop onto their website today. From their Founder…
Practice Update: The Brain and Covid-19
A great clip from the BBC – with input from Dr Susan Whitbourne who has been providing insight into our behaviours throughout this pandemic. Creating Sensory Ladders online during telehealth has been one way OT’s across the UK have been supporting the mental health of children, teens, adults and students manage their health and well-being […]
Research Update: Early Deprivation and Brain Development
A new article has been published which adds more to that we know about deprivation on development of the mind, body and brain. Millions of children worldwide live in nonfamilial institutions. We studied impact on adult brain structure of a particularly severe but time-limited form of institutional deprivation in early life experienced by children who […]
Workshop: Ayres’ Sensory Integration, Trauma and Wellbeing
Our three days workshop is a “great opportunity to reflect on clinical practice and learn new skills”. Find out more about the application of Ayres’ Sensory Integration beyond childhood to support health and wellbeing. To read the feedback, find out more and book We can also offer 2 or 3 day onsite bespoke training and […]
Book News: Inventing Ourselves – The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain.
The teenage brain challenges parents and professionals. This book by Neuroscientist Sarah Blackmore helps us understand why and provides clues about what might help teens, parents and others negotiate these sometimes tricky times. Hear her speak here : Read more here: