Collaborative Separation and Divorce
Think of the word divorce. What comes to mind? The idea of divorce is loaded with negative societal stereotypes such as traumatised children, heart-wrenching court
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How Childhood Trauma affects us as Adults and Why we Deserve Treatment
As children, we start out helpless and powerless. When we are just born, we are fully reliant on our caregivers for nourishment, safety, and survival.
Managing Borderline Personality Disorder in Relationships
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) impacts relationships severely because it is linked with extreme fear of abandonment with a complexity of inability to regulate emotions. In
How can Trauma Therapy Help?
Trauma therapy can diagnose and treat subclinical and clinical trauma- or stress-related disorders, such as Acute Stress Disorder or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. It addresses the
Attachment styles and relationships
Have you ever wondered why some people are able to cut off an ex and move on, while others are ‘clingy’ and need constant validation
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
As per the diagnostic manual DSM-V, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after “exposure to actual or threatened death, serious injury, or sexual violence” either
Mental Health and Menopause
Women’s bodies go through many changes biologically, hormonally, and psychologically, from menstrual cycles to pregnancy, to childbirth, to the physical limits of postpartum, and more,
What is trauma? Learn how to differentiate between little t trauma and Big T Trauma.
Trauma is our reaction to deeply distressing incidents that overwhelm our coping capabilities. Trauma impacts us at four levels: emotional, cognitive, physical, and behavioural. More
Yes, it’s Possible to Leave a Narcissist
If you’re dating a narcissist, you might be experiencing narcissistic abuse. Leaving an abusive relationship is far from easy, as abusers will do anything to
RTHK Interview: Working From Home During Covid 19
Hosted by Jim Gould and Mike Rowse, RTHK’s Working Remotely; Government’s Clean-up Campaign episode in August featured MindnLife’s owner Dr. Zaidi. The episode was produced
Narcissism In Relationships: Everything You Need to Know
Dr. Quratulain Zaidi on signs that point towards your significant other being a narcissist. Dating a narcissist can be dangerous territory, as it can lead
Spot A Narcissist!
Dr. Quratulain Zaidi on the distinction between a normal narcissist and someone with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), and how to spot someone with the latter.
RTHK Interview: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder after Covid 19
Hosted by Jim Gould and Paul Zimmerman, RTHK’s Covid Update episode in May featured MindnLife’s owner Dr. Zaidi. The episode was produced following a study
Self-Harm: Why does it happen and how can you help?
ESSLIN TERRIGHENA shares what research has taught us on self-harm. What is self-harm? Non-suicidal self-injury, more colloquially referred to as self-harm, can be defined as
Checking In On Mental Health in Relationships
May, mental health awareness month, reminds us to check up on our mental health and reflect on how our relationships are faring. Every relationship has
Managing Mental Health After Trauma
When the safety and well-being of ourselves or our loved ones are threatened, we go into survival mode. This may involve overwhelming feelings, dulled thoughts,
SCMP Article: Stuck in quarantine? Forget Being An Adult and Do Something Just For Fun
Checking into quarantine is not an experience many look forward to. Often, quarantine can be exhausting, and we may feel drained, overwhelmed or anxious being
Overcoming Shame to Improve Your Mental Health
What is Shame? When Aaron was small, his mother would lock him in the closet to discipline him when he was loud. His father would
Stepping Away From Resentment in Your Relationship
Sometimes you can become so frustrated and resentful with your partner that it may seem easier to just end the relationship. You may feel like
How Creativity and Innovation Can Support Your Healing Journey
EMDR Francine Shapiro created eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). One day as she was walking and thinking, she noticed that her eyes were shifting
Tatler article – Hong Kong Psychologist Defines Good Mental Wellbeing
What is good mental health and how do you define it? Measuring mental health is trickier than measuring other types of health—one’s physical health status
