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, […]
Arron Hutchinson from The ADHD Foundation kindly gave us a few minutes out of his busy schedule to discuss neurodiversity in the workplace. Here’s what he said… “An inclusive workforce can be great for business, driving innovation, fresh ways of thinking, and opening up new opportunities. But for individuals who are neurodiverse – for example, […]
Every school day we help 1000’s of neurodiverse children learn more effectively by being able to stand at an EIGER Student desk and document their work. It’s simple, it works and it’s a fantastic feeling to help these children. Neurodiversity does not stop in children though. It’s estimated around 15% of UK adults are neurodiverse. […]
For many families, getting a child to do their homework can be a daily battle and for the parents of children with additional needs, such as ADHD and autism, the challenge can sometimes be even greater. Because neurodivergence is typically associated with hyperactivity and repetitive physical behaviours, sitting and concentrating for any length of time […]
Using standing desks can improve workers’ performance, boost wellbeing and energy levels and reduce stress. That’s according to the findings of a major new study conducted by the University of Leicester, which has looked at the impact of using standing desks on the health of office workers. How did it work? The 12-month trial involved […]
