Kernow Psychiatry  ·  Mental Health Explained Psyctrist, Therapist, or Psychologist? Ho Photo by Fa Barboza  on Unsplash w Know Who to Dr Jemma Reid  ·  Consultant Psychiatrist If you've ever typed your symptoms into Google and ended up more confused than when you started, you're not alone. One of the most common questions I hear — both in my clinic and from people who haven't yet taken the step of seeking help — is: "Should I see a psychiatrist or a therapist?" Or sometimes: "What's the...

Photo by Priscilla Du Preez 🇨🇦  on Unsplash On International Women's Day, we reflect on the unique mental health challenges women face — and what real, compassionate care looks like.   Every year on 8 March, we celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. But International Women's Day is also a moment to be honest about the inequalities that persist — and in psychiatry, there is much still to address. Women are disproportionately affected by many mental...

Photo by ameenfahmy  on Unsplash At Kernow Psychiatry, we believe that understanding the mind means seeing the whole picture. When we talk about neurodivergence — whether that’s ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or other variations in the way the brain works — conversations often focus on challenges, diagnoses, and support needs. And of course, those conversations matter. But they only tell part of the story. The other part — equally important, and too often overlooked — is this:...