Dr Sophie Davies, Child Psychiatrist

24/06/2026

People on certain medication, including SSRIs such as fluoxetine and sertraline need to be especially careful to avoid dehydration in the hot weather.

When it’s hot, hydration is key - but make sure you're listening to your body to avoid ending up feeling worse.

21/06/2026

Tom Holland has opened up about living with dyslexia, revealing he turned down hosting Saturday Night Live because reading changing cue cards leaves him “petrified.”

The Spider-Man star said reading aloud can cause a mental block, despite years of preparation and hard work. Dyslexia advocates have praised his honesty, calling it powerful and brave, while many hope his openness will help reduce stigma and encourage others to seek support.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvgz275ldejo

19/06/2026

Know someone with a child in Year 13? Or heading off to uni later this year? Tag them! 🧡
They might have missed the news that a free MenB vaccine programme will be available at a number of community pharmacies, later this July. Thousands of young people are eligible, so don’t let them miss out. Just 2 doses of the MenB vaccine helps protect against serious illnesses like meningitis.

11/06/2026

Do you love, or work with, an autistic person but just need more help in supporting them?

We’re commissioned by the NHS to offer free, online coaching sessions through Autism Central.

These sessions are delivered by our trained and supervised peer guides with lived or family experience.

The sessions offer a safe space to reflect on autistic wellbeing, family life and practical guidance, helping you feel heard, connected and navigate services.

Anyone living in England and supporting an autistic person of any age is eligible. 4, 8 or 10 consecutive sessions can be booked.

Find out more and get booked in: https://orlo.uk/89p98

NHS England Workforce, Training and Education

26/03/2026

What a lovely idea 🤗

Swap an egg for a workout 🏋️
Bring an Easter egg into Parklands leisure centre, and we will exchange this for a 7 day guest pass.
The eggs will then get collected to be taken down to a local hospital children's ward to spread a little happiness over Easter 🐰🐣

18/03/2026

We want to make Leicester a neurodiverse-friendly city.
Come along and share your ideas and feedback on Tuesday, 24 March, 10am to 12 noon at The Brite Centre. More here: https://ow.ly/lZE950YvLTO

01/03/2026

Thank you and Youth Mental Health Canada
This is lovely 🌷

Things to ask yourself when you're anxious

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01/03/2026

26/01/2026

NEW Support Service launched for Leicestershire County Residents!

Our ADHD Parent/Carer Support Service has been commissioned by Leicestershire County Council and is for families living in the boroughs and districts in the County (not the City of Leicester or Rutland). Parents and Carers of young people under 19 can get support at any stage of their child or young person's ADHD journey - whether they are just starting to consider whether their child may have ADHD, if they are on an assessment waiting list or if they have been diagnosed. Families who are not seeking a diagnosis are welcome.

Family life can be challenging! Our workshops aim to help families understand more about ADHD and how they can apply this knowledge to real life struggles so they can thrive. Our monthly peer support groups encourage families to connect with others on their ADHD journey.

You don't need to be referred by a professional, you can register for support as a parent. Follow this link to find out more about each element of the service, to register for a workshop or join our mailing list to be the first to hear more.

https://www.headsupleicester.org.uk/adhd.html

We would be ever so grateful for likes and shares of this post so we can make sure it reaches the families who might benefit. 💚