27 Dec 2019 | Family, Parenting, Parents
One’s life is heavily influenced by the city they live in. When you live in a fast-paced and busy city like Hong Kong, it is imperative to strike a balance for you and your family’s mental wellbeing. “When those of us lacking a good support network encounter... Read more
29 Nov 2019 | Couples/Marriage
It’s challenging enough for married couples to move to any new city, and Hong Kong is no different. If expat couples are not vigilant enough to recognise the pitfalls of living in Hong Kong, this can lead to divorce. I spoke to Expat Living to examine these pressures... Read more
10 Oct 2019 | Health and Wellness, Stress Reduction
Do you belong to the 10% who have something in common with Kylie Jenner and Sylvester Stallone? What are phobias and why we get them No fame and fortune can shield these celebrities from a phobia. Kylie Jenner and Nicole Kidman share a fear of butterflies, while... Read more
19 Sep 2019 | Stress Reduction, Teens
Teen years can be a difficult time for anyone. Expectations are high socially and academically, which can lead to stress at school or within his or her social group. The National Institute of Mental Health explains that “approximately 25 per cent of 13- to... Read more
19 Aug 2019 | Health and Wellness, Internet/Technology, Teens
Social Media ‘recovery accounts’ offering eating disorder support should not replace professional help – an expert’s advice From selfies and motivational quotes to photos and videos of meals and gym workouts, Instagram offers a variety of posts that support recovery... Read more
19 Jul 2019 | Couples/Marriage, Health and Wellness
It would be no surprise to many that expat living in Hong Kong can put pressure on a relationship. Couples living in Hong Kong, including those with young families, often come to me for counselling because they seem to have lost their connection with one other. What I... Read more
19 Jun 2019 | Parenting, Parents
A lot of countries and culture still have a stigma around postnatal depression of PND, and Hong Kong is not an exception. Women, especially new mums, are expected to “bounce back” in a relatively short time after giving birth. Sadly, that is not the case for everyone.... Read more
3 May 2019 | Children, Health and Wellness, Teens
A study last year in Hong Kong found that 14% of teenagers aged 13-18 suffer from severe or extremely severe depression. This month in the South China Morning Post – Young Post, Dr. Zaidi gives practical advice on how you can support a friend suffering from... Read more
15 Feb 2019 | Children, Health and Wellness, Internet/Technology, Parenting, Stress Reduction, Teens
This month, Dr. Zaidi talks to Expat Living Hong Kong about the impact that social media may be having on teenagers’ mental health. With a recent survey carried out among 14-24 year olds in the UK showing that the use of various social media platforms lead to... Read more
