SELF HARM
Why is it so important to take Self Harm seriously? Definition of Self harm according to NICE 2004 "Intentional self poisoning or injury, irrespective of the apparent purpose of the act." Cutting is the most common method of self-harm. At least 17% of girls and 5% of...
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TREATING MOMS, PROTECTING BABIES
CATCHING PRE-AND POST-NATAL DEPRESSION EARLY SAVES MORE THAN ONE LIFE The minute that tiny baby lands in your arms you are only supposed to feel joy, or so you’re told. Having a baby can be difficult and challenging. It’s hard to admit to feeling isolated,...
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HERE’S PROOF THAT TRAVEL PROMOTES EMOTIONAL WELLBEING
While the summer holidays are behind us, read Dr. Eason's recent article in the Hong Kong Tatler for some actual psychological benefits of travel. Start planning that next trip! Dr. Michael Eason is a registered psychologist with MindnLife in Hong Kong. Contact...
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HOW TO TALK TO AND COMFORT SUICIDE SURVIVORS
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...
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RELATIONSHIPS AND CONFLICT
It can be easy to assume that good relationships are effortless and frictionless, with each party able to completely be themselves, and ask for anything and get it. As DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI of MindNLife explains, a good relationship takes constant work – especially when...
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MAKING THE TRANSITION: RELOCATION AND COPING AS A FAMILY
Relocation to a new home presents unique challenges, many of which particularly affect expat children. As we discovered in recent conversation with expert clinical psychologist Dr Quratulain Zaidi, it’s certainly not the only one. Making the transition to expat Hong...
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YOUR FAMILY’S WELL BEING
LIVING IN THE PAST CAN LEAD TO DEPRESSION WHILE LIVING IN THE FUTURE CAN INCREASE ANXIETY. AIM TO LIVE IN THE HERE AND NOW! One in four of us will experience mental health issues during our lives, according to the latest statistics from the UK’s National Institute of...
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CONNECTING THROUGH PLAY
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...
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THE LONELINESS EPIDEMIC IS REAL
Despite constant advances in technology and increasing social media use, many people are feeling lonelier and more disconnected than ever. The loneliness epidemic is real, but while loneliness is often considered a negative life event, it does not always have to be...
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KNOW THEIR LIMITS – HOW MUCH SCREEN TIME FOR KIDS?
Are you worried that your children are becoming addicted to their screens? In this world of ever evolving technology, it’s always a challenge to ensure that our children have the tech skills that they need, without allowing them to spend too much time on the myriad of...
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