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The Role of Emotional Regulation in Executive Functioning Success

The key to success is productivity, planning skills, and resilience, all of which depend on executive functions, including working memory, time management, and flexible thinking.

However, people overlook a significant factor: emotional regulation. It’s the ability to manage emotions...

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Place2Be begins to roll out in-school mental health support service across Devon

10 schools across Devon will have access to Place2Be’s model of “whole school” support, providing mental health services for children, parents, teachers and school staff.

The UK’s leading children’s mental health charity, Place2Be, have launched their mental health support service across schools in North Devon for the very first time.

With over 28 years’ experience, Place2Be provides...

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Over 3,000 workers in Devon and Cornwall to benefit from Mid-Life MOT

More than 3,000 workers in Devon and Cornwall are set to benefit from a new government-backed scheme helping over 50s approaching retirement.

Mid-Life MOTs were introduced in 2019 to encourage older workers to take stock of their work, wellbeing, and finances.

They act as a free review for workers in their 40s and 50s, enabling them to better prepare for their retirement by...

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Medical Cannabinoid without Prescription? Try CBD

It is legal to use cannabis for medical purposes in the United Kingdom. However, this does not mean that you can avail of cannabis treatments from anywhere. You must obtain a prescription if you want to buy a cannabinoid-containing medicine. A specialist doctor will have to prescribe the treatment that is appropriate for you. You cannot arbitrarily decide on the dosage or kind of product to...

South West NHS prepares for Easter visitor demand ahead of strikes

The NHS in the South West is preparing for the start of the holiday season, as the first of an expected 16 million-plus visitors start to arrive, increasing demand for services.

Tourists and local...

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Mobile research units support HARMONIE study

Over 80 babies have been enrolled into the HARMONIE study thanks to the use of the south west first’s mobile research units.

The HARMONIE study looks at the effectiveness of a single antibody dose at protecting babies from serious illness caused by the RSV infection. RSV is a common infection that tends to occur seasonally. While most babies will have a mild case, for some it can...

Patient thanks those at UHP who treated her

Kim Targett wants to thank the staff at University Hospital Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) after she was treated last year.

Kim, aged 53 from Plymouth, started her career in the NHS in 1988 and had been working until she had to leave the job in 2018. After losing her source of income, she found herself homeless and an injury meant she was unable to look for new work.

To cope with...

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East Devon plans to enhance residents’ health and wellbeing

Improving the health and wellbeing of East Devon’s residents’ is a priority integral to every council service in the year ahead.

While people may be living longer lives, they are not necessarily in better health - this is something that East Devon District Council (EDDC) is seeking to improve. At a recent cabinet meeting, members agreed to an action plan for the year ahead.

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Maintaining Your Mental Health: Tips for New Mums

It is normal for ladies to be more conscious about their physical health during pregnancy. Doctors will remind you to monitor your heart rate, sugar level, blood pressure, and weight. You'll also need to watch your diet and lifestyle. All of these preparations and precautions are important. However, you should keep in mind that your mental health is equally essential. Being pregnant entails a...

GP practices in Devon rated best

Recent data shows that Devon’s GP practices have seen the biggest improvement in access since the start of the covid-19 pandemic and CQC inspectors rate Devon practices highly.

GP practices in Devon are seeing a dramatic increase in access to local services as part of their post-covid recovery.

Data from NHS Digital shows that in January 2023 there were more than 754,000...

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