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British Sign Language and Makaton - what is the difference?

Many people have asked this question, so with being fluent in, and teaching British Sign Language, and having used Makaton at Notts College for extended work experience, here is a brief introduction with several links below for more exploration: Both British Sign Language (BSL) and Makaton promote communication, connection and ultimately well-being...

The Psychological Aspects of Weight: Why Weight Management Must Address the Mind

  I attended a brief lecture today which shared some research on obesity. This research explored a number of those who described an emotional connection with food, and the disordered eating patterns that cause this group of people to yo-yo often into long-term, greater weight gain. I personally was of the era where I was weighed on poolside as a...