25 Sep 2020 | Health and Wellness
Menopause can be a stressful time for women. It’s not menopause per se, but the symptoms that can last years make it a difficult experience. For a long time, women are told to simply “grin and bear it.” However medicine has come a long way now and... Read more
13 Aug 2018 | Health and Wellness
It can be difficult to know what to say to or do for someone who is grieving the sudden death by suicide of a loved one. Dr. Borschel provides some great insight on this topic in this recent SCMP article. Read the full article here. Dr Monica Borschel is a US-trained... Read more
25 Jun 2018 | Children, Family, Parenting
People are social and long for human connection. This connection includes the knowledge that you are seen and heard, and that you are respected and appreciated for who you are. Children also need human connection; we can connect through play. Play is a child’s way to... Read more
4 Jun 2018 | Health and Wellness
Trauma occurs when an accident, abuse, loss or something unpredictable causes us to feel emotions such as intense fear, shock, denial and distress. For the most part, people might have trauma reactions such as nightmares, hypervigilance or physical symptoms after a... Read more
21 May 2018 | Family, Health and Wellness
Talking about mental illness amongst family members is difficult and not a subject most people are comfortable discussing. Mental illness of a family member affects everyone in the family. But perhaps talking about it can help make the situation better for everyone.... Read more
26 Mar 2018 | Health and Wellness
Humans have emotions for a reason. Some emotions keep us safe, social and on a certain life path. Anger is an emotion that tells others, “don’t mess with me,” or “I want to feel in control.” Anger helps us to feel powerful and it can motivate us. Anger is not a... Read more
5 Feb 2018 | Health and Wellness, Parenting, Teens
The modern teenager is under immense social and academic pressure. Not only are teenagers going through rapid hormonal and brain changes, their social life is also rapidly changing with the advancement of social media. Some parents struggle to maintain a healthy... Read more
22 Jan 2018 | Children, Parenting, Teens
Academic pressure is a major source of anxiety and stress for many children and teens. As a parent, you want what is best for your child. Here are a few pointers to help you ease the academic pressure your child might be feeling. Have a stress free homework routine.... Read more
