WHY HONG KONG PARENTS SHOULD NOT FEEL GUILTY ABOUT SAYING NO
Every parent wishes their child has everything they need, even things that they themselves never had. But is it possible to give your child everything
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Transitioning to Motherhood
Having a baby is an exciting, challenging and stressful experience. Welcoming your bundle of joy into this world should come with the most happy and
KEEPING YOUR CHILD SECURE DURING A DIVORCE
During a divorce, parents might experience intense emotions towards the other estranged parent. Often, unknowingly, one of the parents emotionally harms a child during and
NAVIGATING THE BABY BLUES
According to the Family Health Department, up to 80% of new mothers in Hong Kong are affected by the baby blues. For 20% of new
HONG KONG MATERNITY CONFERENCE 2017
Dr. Quratulain Zaidi will be a Guest Speaker at the Hong Kong Maternity Conference 2017 on Saturday, 21st October at the J.W. Marriott Hotel, speaking about the
HELPING TEENS COPE WITH PEER PRESSURE
Peer pressure is a topic that we are all familiar with. Regardless of age, the urge to change our behaviour to fit in with a
HAPPY FAMILIES
Despite the excitement of living in a new city, it is inevitable that you will experience the downside of moving. Leaving behind a familiar place,
GIVE BULLYING THE BOOT!
Did you know that 23% of kids who were victims of frequent bullying had sought help for psychiatric problems before age 30? Additionally, 20% of
Counselling in Hong Kong: Common Issues Expats Face
Some say that Hong Kong is a marriage graveyard. But can a particular city really have an effect on your marriage? Moving to a new
MARRIAGE IN HONG KONG – FIND THE SILVER LINING WHILE YOU CHASE THE BRASS RING
Hong Kong is an amazing city. One full of vibrant, interesting, and exciting people, places, and opportunities. Expats often find themselves living a life quite
INVESTING IN RELATIONSHIPS IN HK
(As published in Localiiz) We do a lot of investing in Hong Kong, and there is no shortage of investment advice. How well we invest
10 TIPS – HOW TO HELP IF YOUR CHILD HAS ADHD
DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI of MindNLife discusses the learning challenges that can attend a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and suggests ways that you as
ANNIHILATE STRESS – THE QUIZ, 5 TIPS, AND THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE
(As published in Localiiz) HOW STRESSED ARE YOU? TAKE THIS QUIZ AND FIND OUT. THEN, WE’LL TELL YOU WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT. If you
LOVERS IN HONG KONG – A GUIDE TO THE FOUR STAGES OF LOVE
PHOTO BY VIKTOR HANACEK I’ve previously written about how Hong Kong is a “marriage graveyard” due to some of the unique stressors in our
HONG KONG CHILDREN LEARN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ON THEIR OWN
(As published in South Morning China Post, April 2016) In a pressurised environment such as Hong Kong, it is all too easy to drive our children
MEET HONG KONG’S YOUNGEST ENTREPRENEURS
Creativity sparks amongst the young and inspires us all. But how as parents, can we balance supporting bright ideas without putting pressure on our kids
9 THINGS EVERY PARENT WITH AN ANXIOUS CHILD SHOULD TRY
Let’s face it – you would move mountains to ease your child’s pain. Whether you feel your child worries and little or a lot, worry
MAKE RELOCATING EASIER FOR THE FAMILY
Remember moving out of home or moving to college for the first time? How did it feel? Can you even remember all the different emotions
FEELING BLUE – POSTNATAL DEPRESSION AND COPING STRATEGIES
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI EXPLAINS POSTNATAL DEPRESSION AND COPING STRATEGIES. The minute that tiny baby lands in your arms you are only supposed to
HOW TO BE A MINDFUL PARENT
Mindful Parenting or Mindfulness is much more than just a buzzword. As DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI of MindNLife explains, it’s being increasingly adopted as a parenting tool
NEW PARENT 101 – THE LOWDOWN ON LIFE POST-BABY
(as published in Expat Parent Magazine) By Mawgan Batt The arrival of a baby is a leap into the unknown and the beginning of a
TEENS ON TECHNOLOGY: NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TOO MUCH SCREEN TIME
I was recently asked to talk to teenagers about the impact of social media on teens, and the affect that too much screen time might
CONTEMPLATE BEFORE THE CLICK – TEENS & SOCIAL MEDIA
(As published in Healthy Living Asia) Teens management of their profiles can take a variety of forms – Pew Research asked teen social media users
DR. QURATULAIN ZAIDI SPEAKS AT THE 2015 CASBAA CONVENTION
Dr. Quratulain Zaidi speaking at the 2015 CASBAA Convention On 26th October, Dr. Quratulain Zaidi was honored to take part on a panel at the
ASK THE EXPERT: UNDERSTANDING ADHD
(as published in The HK Hub) In a recent meeting of SEN professionals I was asked to host one of the six round table discussions.
TAKE YOUR TIME
(as published in Playtimes, September 2015) It’s all too easy to find yourself caught up in the day-to-day hustle of Hong Kong living when you
TEEN STRESS – A TOOLBOX FOR PROVIDING SUPPORT
Our teens are exposed to the kind of stress that we, as adolescents, did not know. Daily stressors today include technology and social media, school
GETTING A GRIP ON STRESS
Many people experience stress on a daily basis. Many of the stressors are universal, including work, relationships, financial issues, health problems, parenting issues and, sometimes, just daily hassles and busy schedules. Each of
AGE APPROPRIATE INTERNET USE FAMILY AGREEMENT
The goal of this agreement is to incorporate technology into our lives in a meaningful way as a tool for education and work, that allows
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
Dating a narcissist can be dangerous territory, as it can lead to narcissistic abuse in extreme cases. While just about anyone can display narcissistic behaviour
Spot A Narcissist!
The word ‘narcissist’ sometimes gets thrown around as an insult to someone who thinks a little too highly of themselves. But narcissism is a spectrum,
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
Online Therapy: How to Get the Most out of It
The Effectiveness of Online Therapy: A Modern Approach to Mental Health In recent years, online therapy has revolutionised mental health care, offering accessibility and flexibility
Online Therapy: How Effective is it?
Throughout the challenging two years of the Covid-19 pandemic, online therapy has been lifesaving for many. Despite physical isolation, people have been able to receive
Little Steps Asia Interview – Coping With Covid Fatigue ft. MindnLife
Looking after our mental health and supporting family and friends as we navigate our way through the pandemic is crucial – but it can be
Which Type of Lonely are you?
If you were to google types of loneliness, you might be surprised at how many lonely types there are. One loneliness researcher found eighty different
Relationships during a pandemic and the importance of maintaining them
The world hasn’t looked the same since early 2020. When life just started to return to some level of ‘normalcy’ in 2021, coronavirus showed us
Understanding child therapy to better support your child’s needs
Three Differences about Child Therapy The process of child therapy has many distinct differences from that of adult therapy, and in order to better support