Knitting for low mood
As a psychologist, much of my therapy work involves supporting people who are struggling with depression and low mood. While it is important to seek professional support if you are experiencing persistent low mood, we also know that therapy or medication alone are...
Knitting, wellbeing and mental health research – Journal Club roundup
One of the things we are really passionate about is exploring the research into the links between knitting, wellbeing and mental health. We know from our personal experience, clinical work and the Why I Knit conversations that knitting enriches our wellbeing and...
Knitting and Burnout: Resources for Burnout Prevention and Recovery
Burnout has become such a familiar part of modern life that many of us barely notice when we’re slipping into it. We tell ourselves we’re just tired, stressed, stretched a bit thin. We keep going. Push through. Carry on. Until one day we realise that what once felt...
Knitting for exam stress: surviving exam season one stitch at a time
As a clinical psychologist who specialises in working with teenagers, I support many young people and their parents through revision and exams at this time of year. While it is tempting to press pause on life and focus only on study, my advice is not to give up your...
