Jessica Jepps
I am a 21 year old MSc Psychological Therapies student from England, with a 1st class degree in BSc Clinical and Community Psychology. I am an aspiring Clinical Psychologist.
Location England
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I have the annoying problem of being vegan but suffering from gastroparesis. Which means my favourite foods (and the foods that are great sources of protein and nutrients on a vegan diet) are high in fibre - which should be limited in those with gastroparesis. I'm currently trying to cut down my fibre intake but worried about the health costs of cutting down,...
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I had the same experience with dairy products now making me feel queasy! I'm dairy intolerant anyway but used to love cheese and now, since going vegan, I can't even be around cheese without feeling nauseous!
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Jessica Jepps replied to Michael Bath
In order to understand the experiences of Black Tudors, it is necessary to have context from both before and after the Tudor period, hence the course bringing in information and resources from other time periods. It all helps to understand the wider context and story of Black lives.
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I agree!
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I agree!
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Five years ago I had a dream where there were a group of people who randomly appeared in the middle of a wood. One by one they were killed by random objects and a man called Steve would tell a man called Dave to eat something that was near the person when they died. In the end, only Steve and Dave remained and then an arrow shot out of nowhere and beheaded a...
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I went on holiday to the Netherlands when I was 7 years old and went to an ice sculpture walkthrough with a slide made out of ice which I went on. It was one of the best times of my life.
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Jessica Jepps replied to Jessica Jepps
My degree is in Clinical and Community Psychology. It takes an intersectional approach to mental distress and we consider theories that highlight how people's identities, and the way they are treated due to those identities, can be risk factors for mental distress due to factors such as discrimination, isolated etc
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I would love a safe space where I can be unapologetically LGBTQ+ and a Christian. I go to church, where I can live out my faith, however many Christians I have known over the years are homophobic and have said hateful things to me. On the other hand, I go to Pride festivals and have many LGBTQ+ friends, who don't understand why I would want to be a Christian...
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I realise the last article is intended for Christian parents who may believe homosexuality is sinful. However, although the article is entitled 'preventing homophobia', I would argue that homosexuality being referred to as a 'broken sexuality' is a homophobic statement in itself. I am personally a Christian and also part of the LGBTQ+ community and it hurts me...
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Hi. My name is Jessica and I am from England. I am studying a degree in Clinical and Community Psychology. I am currently completing my dissertation which is on Religious OCD. I have been completing FutureLearn courses in my spare time as a distraction from and compliment to my university work. I am a Christian and am very interested in interfaith dialogue.
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My university is at the forefront of intersectionality and change in my local area. I recently had the chance to evaluate a community project run in collaboration with the local mental health services.
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I was very interesting in learning about derivative works. I am an avid reader of fanfiction and it was informative to learn about the differences and similarities between fan culture in England and Japan.
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I belong to both the LGBTQ+ community and the Christian community, which has caused a lot of conflict within my identity, due to the lack of acceptance within churches I have attended of my identity. Through social media, however, I have been able to find people like me who proudly identify as both LGBTQ+ and Christian. It is very refreshing to feel part of an...
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I believe Freud's perspective of the human psyche is outdated. Additionally, there was never any concrete scientific evidence for his claims. He was also on a lot of drugs when he came up with his theories (which makes sense)
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I encounter ableism in many different environments, often unintentionally but still harmful. I also face discrimination for being part of the LGBTQ+ community. However, as a white person I have privilege.
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I think my favourite would have to be Valkyrie Cain in the Skulduggery Pleasant series. She goes on such a difficult journey as she grows up through the series and frequently finds herself in dangerous situations up against murderous sorcerers.
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Alex Dacy has a wonderful Instagram account
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This course is informative and helpful. I will definitely being doing further research to find out more about this very interesting area of study.
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It's definitely a complex topic. For me, personally, I have a diagnosis of PTSD, and yet I am also described as being very resilient. I am a third year Clinical Psychology student, happy in most areas of my life, positive, optimistic for the future, and yet I still have flashbacks and struggle to cope at times. The response to trauma can look so different for...
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I have claustrophobia and have panic attacks whenever I try to go in lifts. I once tried to overcome my fear by facing it head on, and going into a lift to try to show myself that I wasn't going to get trapped like I believed I would... and then, very conveniently, the lift got stuck when I was in it. I always liked taking the stairs anyway.
One thing I...
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Jessica Jepps replied to Jane Burd
Yes, I think so. I definitely prefer people to just say what they mean because it's much easier to understand them that way
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Jessica Jepps replied to Jane Burd
As an autistic person, I think it varies between each person on the spectrum. I personally don't always understand sarcasm and can get confused by jokes and irony. Likewise, when I make a joke it is common for people to misunderstand me and what I mean. Comedy is one of my favourite things however and so I often watch comedy TV shows or go to comedy shows at...
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The most interesting part of the course so far for me was the impact of Western education on mental illness in young people. It is definitely true that young people are constantly having to work towards the next step without being able to be truly satisfied with where they are in the present.
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I used to get very overwhelmed in shopping centres. I would often have meltdowns. I still experience sensory overload in these situations but I'm better able to deal with it now. Often I listen to music when the outside world is too overstimulating. I can't go to cinemas as it's too loud and too bright. Every time I go I end up with a migraine and being sick....
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I have a few special interests. I like to learn about places and academic institutions. I can name all of the cities in England and all of the counties and recite facts about them. I can name every secondary school in the county I live in and many of other counties as well. I can name pretty much every university in England and I can memorise lists of courses...
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I would like to share an experience I had seven years ago which I think illustrates this theory of double empathy very well.
I am on the autistic spectrum and when I was thirteen years old I was playing a game in which I had to throw a ball to my partner in the game, who was one of my teachers. I was getting very into the game and feeling quite energetic,... -
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I am on the autistic spectrum myself and it's been interesting to see how this time has impacted on me. I would have thought that not being able to do the things I normally do and being at home most of the time would be very difficult for me. Fortunately, I have been able to find activities to do that have kept me occupied. It is stressful not knowing when...
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Hello. My name is Jessica. I am a 20 year old Clinical and Community Psychology student. I am aiming for a career in Clinical Psychology and would love to work with people on the autistic spectrum in the future. I am on the autistic spectrum myself, diagnosed at age 7. My hobbies include competitive ice skating, performing arts and outdoor adventure.
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Hello. My name is Jessica and I am a Clinical and Community Psychology student from England. I am interested in learning more about neurological disorders. I have known many people with epilepsy so it will be useful to learn more about what exactly epilepsy is.
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Jessica Jepps replied to Dr. Bijoy Deb
I am a trainee clinical psychologist. I am not an 'autistic child'. I am an adult woman with autism. I never said autism was not a neurological disorder. I said it was not a 'disease'. I never said it was a 'normal phenomenon' but rather that is should not be treated as something to 'cure'. I do not need treatment because I do live a normal life. I am, as I...
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Jessica Jepps replied to Dr. Bijoy Deb
Yes, I am aware of all of this. None of that makes autism a 'disease' however, and doesn't justify trying to find a 'cure' for it. It isn't something that needs to be cured. Medications and therapies could help an individual on the spectrum to have a better quality of life, but autism cannot be viewed as a problem we need to overcome. It is something that...
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One of the key differences between males and females in the presentation of autism is communication. Females can be better at masking their social communication difficulties, and can copy their peers to 'fit in'. The need for acceptance from their peer group can be stronger in girls than boys. So many females on the autistic spectrum are told things like...
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My name is Jessica. I am a 20 year old Clinical and Community Psychology student from England. I am aiming for a career in Clinical Psychology and am currently considering options for my Masters degree after I complete my BSc. I am on the autistic spectrum myself, so it's an area I'm particularly interested in learning more about, and developing ways to...
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Jessica Jepps replied to Dr. Bijoy Deb
Autism is not a 'disease'. It is a neurological difference which doesn't necessarily have to be viewed as a problem. Individuals on the autistic spectrum can achieve wonderful things and may have high levels of intelligence and see the world from a different perspective - which can be a huge benefit. There is and never will be a cure for autism, nor in my...
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I loved this course. Thank you for putting this together and giving insight into the links between physical and mental health and how we can integrate these in treatment
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I love to get out and be active. I do ice skating competitively which is a great way of keeping active and is also a good opportunity for social interactions. I also do performing arts and dance classes. It can be difficult to do these things whilst struggling with a chronic illness. I personally live with Hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome which affects my...
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Hello. My name is Jessica and I'm currently studying at degree in Clinical and Community Psychology. I aim to pursue a career in Clinical Psychology and it is my dream to study a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Kings College, so I thought it would be a good idea to take an online course offered by Kings. I am interested in mental and physical health and...
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A few thoughts -
One thing I struggle to understand is the concept of 'making the step back to society'. Mainstream education can be extremely difficult for many children, not just those who have experienced adversity. Alternative provision can often be the best option, whichever form this comes in. If a young person is thriving in an alternative educational... -
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It is crucial for the carer to consider their own state of mind and this will help to ensure they can regulate their own emotions and respond in the best possible way to challenging situations. It can help the carer to understand what situations are difficult for them and trigger certain emotions, so that a plan can be made for when those situations arise.
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Trust can be built through spending time with the young person and getting to know them as an individual, and learning what makes them who they are. Over time the relationship will build and the young person may develop a sense of trust. This can be difficult in those who have experienced maltreatment, as their carers may have been untrustworthy and abusive,...
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1. Young people who have experienced maltreatment from caregivers may struggle to form relationships with peers or romantic relationships due to a lack of trust and confidence. They may struggle to cope with being shown affection due to having a lack of this in their early years, which could lead to clingy behaviours, or pushing people away to avoid being...
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The young person's relationship to their primary caregiver is key in building resilience as the caregiver can provide a safe base. This enables the young person to have security during difficult times and an adult they can trust to help them understand and cope with adversity.
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3. I hope to learn more about the links between childhood adversity and mental health to support me in my career aim of being a Clinical Psychologist. I am currently an undergraduate, studying Clinical and Community Psychology and I feel this course will support me whilst I have a break from my studies between second year and third year.
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1. Childhood adversity can have significant impacts on an individual's psychological, physical and educational development. It can lead to mental health difficulties such as belief and thought patterns linked to the adversity. For example, an individual who suffered emotional abuse as a child in which they were subject to degrading comments, may go on to have...
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