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    Psychology blog: relationships, psychotherapy and ADHD

    Articles on relationships and couples therapy, CBT, adult ADHD and support for children, teenagers and parents.

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    Family and relationships

    What happens in couples therapy? Your first session, step by step

    A first couples session is a conversation about what happens between you, not a ruling on who is right. What the psychologist asks, what you do not need to prepare, and what to do if your partner is not convinced.

    8 September 2026

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    Family and relationships

    Constant arguing in a relationship: why you keep having the same fight

    The subject changes, the course of the argument does not: complaint, defence, silence. Where the pattern comes from, why it is hard to step out of it, and where to start so that the next difficult conversation ends differently.

    2 September 2026

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    Children and teens

    Do not shout at them, punish them or ignore the problem: how to respond when a teenager self-harms

    Fear is often a parent's first response to signs of self-harm, followed by anger and attempts to take control. Both reactions are natural and both can have the opposite effect. What can help instead, how should you start a conversation, and what should you do if the situation is urgent?

    26 August 2026

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    Family and relationships

    Relationship burnout: when you feel more like flatmates than a couple

    When conversations are mostly about practical tasks and affection is becoming rare, partners may start to feel like flatmates. Learn what maintains emotional distance and when couples psychotherapy may help.

    12 August 2026

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    Diagnosis and ADHD

    What does an adult ADHD assessment look like? DIVA-5 step by step

    At Oddech, an adult ADHD assessment consists of three appointments: two parts of the DIVA-5 interview and a results session. Here is what happens at each stage.

    30 July 2026

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    Children and teens

    When to Take Your Child to a Psychologist: 5 Signs to Watch

    Mood changes, intense anxiety, difficulties at school or sleep problems can be signs your child needs support. Here's when it's worth booking a psychological consultation, and how to start the conversation.

    29 July 2026