ADHD AND DIFFICULTY WAKING IN THE MORNING

Individuals with ADHD frequently experience difficulty falling and staying asleep, with up to 70% of children and 50-75% of adults with ADHD reporting sleep disturbances. This can manifest as trouble initiating sleep, frequent awakenings, or restless sleep. These...

ADHD AND DIFFICULTY WAKING IN THE MORNING

Difficulty waking up in the morning is a common experience for individuals with ADHD, often linked to issues with sleep-wake cycles and circadian rhythms. This can manifest as delayed sleep phase syndrome, where sleep and wake times are shifted later than...

ADHD and SLEEP

Individuals with ADHD frequently experience sleep problems, with estimates suggesting that 50-75% of adults with ADHD report sleep issues. These problems can include insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep), restless legs syndrome, and disruptions to the...

Useful info/links for changing your legal name and gender markers

In Victoria, changing both your name and gender on legal documents requires updating your birth certificate and other relevant records. This involves contacting the Victorian department Births, Deaths and Marriages to change your record of sex and potentially your...

PART 4 – COMPARING DATA TRANS REGRET & DETRANSITIONING

A ~1% regret rate is remarkably low, especially in the context of major life decisions or medical procedures. To give that number some perspective, here are a few examples of things people regret at similar or higher rates, based on available research:  Term ...

PART 3 – TRANS REGRET & DETRANSITIONING

Trans regret is very rare. Most studies find rates around 1% or less. De-transitioning varies depending on study, but usually falls between 1% to 8%, depending on the population and how “detransition” is defined. 🧩 Understanding the Data  The available...

PART 2 – DETRANSITIONING

Detransition, in the trans and gender diverse context, is often used as a catch-all term, but it actually refers to a range of experiences, not a single, uniform action. The meaning can vary significantly depending on the context, the individual, and whether we’re...

PART 1 – TRANS REGRET & DE-TRANSITION/DETRANSITION

Trans Regret: The concept of “trans regret” refers to the experience of individuals who, after transitioning, feel regret about their decision. However, research indicates that such regret is rare.​ Regret, in this context, is an internal emotional or...

Use of Clinical Technology Tools

Deb Psychology, like healthcare professionals uses technology to assist with the smoother and more efficient running of her small business. Prior to your first session, you will be asked to review the terms and conditions of accessing services at Deb Psychology. Deb...