Be Dyslexia Aware At Apex we regularly assess children and adults who may have specific learning difficulties including dyslexia. Dyslexia affects people of all ages—in schools, workplaces and throughout our community. Yet it is still often misunderstood. We are...
Living with chronic pain can be exhausting. When pain persists for months or years, it often affects far more than the body—it can influence mood, sleep, relationships, work, and overall quality of life. Many people feel frustrated when medical treatments alone do not...
The Government has recently provided information aimed to increase people’s understanding of perimenopause and menopause and the impact it can have on women’s emotional and physical health and wellbeing. It hopes that, by allowing people to learn more about...
Adolescence can be a difficult time for young people. However, parenting a teenager can also be a confusing, draining and anxiety-provoking time for parents Many parents feel like they are walking on eggshells, riding a never-ending roller-coaster of emotions, or...
In the midst of a hectic day—whether you're facing a looming deadline, navigating family drama, or wrestling with stress—you’ve probably heard someone say, “Just breathe.” But more than a familiar phrase, this simple advice is deeply rooted in psychological science....
ADHD is a spectrum; no two people experience it the same way. This diversity means assessments and supports need to be personalised. Some individuals may struggle most with attention, others with impulsivity, and others with emotional regulation or social...
Over the past several decades, the way autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is understood has developed and changed. As research has expanded, so too has the way clinicians identify and diagnose autism. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is used...
We all know that exercise is good for us, but we now have more evidence of its beneficial impact on mood. Recent research has suggested that exercise may relieve depression as effectively as antidepressants This recently published article from New Scientist by Carissa...
Parenting – the good, the bad and the “good enough” Parenting is by far one of the greatest responsibilities in life. It can be the most rewarding, humbling, and challenging experience all at once. Most parents want to get this parenting gig right and feel a lot of...
The DNA-V model is a strength-based psychological framework designed to help young people Many people associate teenage years and early adulthood (roughly between 16 and 24 years old, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare) with...
Let's talk about the importance of sleep. We’ve all heard that the recommended amount of sleep is 8 hours per night. That means, if you live to be 90, you’ll have spent about 30 years of that asleep. That’s one third of your entire life. Sleep, or lack of it, doesn’t...
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT, said like the word ‘act’) is an orientation in psychotherapy, which aims to help people to lead meaningful lives; accepting what is out of your personal control and committing to actions that will improve your situation and your...