In a recent article by Sherelle Jacobs in The Telegraph, she discusses the concerning rise of worklessness in the UK and the pledge made by Labour’s Liz Kendall to offer “targeted help” for young people diagnosed with anxiety and ADHD, aiming to address the growing unemployment crisis. While this commitment is a step forward, it’s […]
As parents, caregivers, and educators, one of our most pressing responsibilities is ensuring that children lead healthy lives. However, in today’s fast-paced world, we are facing an alarming trend: ultra-processed foods have become an all-too-common part of children’s diets. A recent article from The Telegraph, which discusses the damning House of Lords report on the […]
At EIGER Standing Desks, we recognise the unique challenges faced by neurodiverse children in the classroom. Recent findings from the Children’s Commissioner’s report on waiting times for neurodevelopmental assessments have brought this issue to the forefront, highlighting the profound impact of long wait times on the lives of these children. The Impact of Long Wait […]
In a very recent article published by The Times titled “Standing desks may increase risk of circulatory problems”, concerns were raised about the effectiveness of standing desks in promoting health benefits, suggesting that standing for extended periods might not be the best solution for the cardiovascular health of office workers. The article claims that standing […]
As the education landscape evolves, a growing understanding of the diverse needs of students, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), is prompting schools to reconsider traditional approaches. A recent article from The Telegraph highlighted how music can help ease exam anxiety for pupils, particularly for those with social, emotional, and mental health […]
In recent years, there’s been growing recognition of the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent students in educational settings. Reports and studies have highlighted a troubling trend: the overrepresentation of neurodivergent individuals within the prison population. As of Summer 2022, the UK prison population stood at 89,520, of which around half were defined as neurodivergent. However, […]
