Family health

Family health – Aug 22, 2022

What is cyberbullying? And how to help a child

Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place online. Here’s how to help a child or young person who’s a victim of cyberbullying.

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Family health – Nov 23, 2021

10 signs of emotional abuse in a relationship

Abuse doesn’t always carry physical scars — it can also be emotional. Here are the signs and how to seek help

Family health – Aug 24, 2021

Why am I constipated? 7 possible causes

Expert advice from a Livi Lead GP on how to help constipation, plus what constipation might be caused by

Family health – Aug 3, 2021

Managing adult acne – a doctor’s advice on what really works

Dr Samuel Menon, Lead GP at Livi, shares his expert advice on which treatments help with adult acne and what to do if it’s affecting your mental health

Family health – Jul 1, 2021

What are the warning signs of heatstroke?

From spotting the symptoms of heatstroke to knowing quick cool-down techniques, discover how to avoid heatstroke with advice from Dr Samuel Menon, Lead GP at Livi

Family health – Mar 30, 2021

Thyroid symptoms to check with a doctor

200 million people worldwide have some form of thyroid problem – usually hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Here’s a guide to symptoms of each

Family health – Mar 10, 2021

A guide to ADHD in adults

As awareness of ADHD is improving, more and more people are noticing signs of ADHD as an adult. Here’s how to spot ADHD in adults, and what can be done to manage it.

Family health – Feb 5, 2021

5 ways to build a stronger relationship — a therapist’s toolkit

Boundaries, communication… we all know the foundations for a healthy relationship, but how can we put it all into practice? This guide delivers some of the essential advice therapists suggest to their couple clients, to help build a stronger relationship

Family health – Jan 25, 2021

What is orthorexia? A therapist explains

Healthy eating is essential to longevity and wellbeing. But when it becomes an obsession, it can result in a disorder known as orthorexia. Discover more from Madeleine Gauffin, Licensed Psychologist and Psychotherapist at Livi

Family health – Jan 5, 2021

How to manage arguments at home — a therapist’s toolkit

With many of us spending more time at home, there might be more arguments than usual. This communication toolkit will help you survive with a smile

Family health – Jan 5, 2021

Children and nightmares — advice from a child psychologist

Nightmares in children are common around the ages of 3-6. If you’re confused about what to do, Martin Forster, Child Psychologist at Livi, has great advice

Family health – Nov 9, 2020

What’s causing your child’s stomach ache?

Most stomach aches in children are not serious, but some need medical help. Here’s a guide with expert advice from Paediatric Consultant Dr Tommy Södergren

Family health – Oct 14, 2020

UTIs: your questions answered

UTIs are incredibly common. They affect an estimated 50% of women at some point in their lives. Our experts have compiled this guide

Family health – Oct 13, 2020

How to boost children’s immunity this winter: 7 tips

It’s understandable to be more concerned than usual about preventing colds and coughs in your children this winter. Here’s some expert help

Family health – Sep 16, 2020

5 common skin rashes in babies and children — and what to do

It’s natural to worry when your child develops a rash — but most rashes aren’t serious, and can easily be treated at home

Family health – Sep 1, 2020

Back to school 2020: 5 ways to help your child settle in

2020 hasn’t gone quite as we expected. The pandemic has changed the way we have business meetings, use transport and interact with loved ones. While a lengthy lockdown put many UK childrens’ education on pause, children are now back to school, but with new social distancing measures in place

Family health – Aug 13, 2020

6 tips for healthy cooking at home

There’s no inborn art to healthy cooking – it’s something that can be learned. The good news is a few simple principles can help you put together healthy, filling and nutritious food for the family, with minimum fuss.

Family health – Jun 14, 2020

Tips to help children get to sleep

If your child’s routine has been disturbed in the past few months, it might have affected their sleep patterns. Get bedtime back on track with these expert tips

Family health – Jun 3, 2020

How to calm your children’s anxiety about coronavirus – an update for parents

If your children are frightened by their new life under Covid-19, this expert guide will help

Family health – May 5, 2020

Keep snacking under control

Spending so much time at home can make it easy to slip into bad habits. But whether you’re comfort eating, or snacking from stress or just sheer boredom, there are simple ways to stop. And what’s more, you don’t need any willpower at all