In recent years, the landscape of mental health care has undergone a significant transformation. With the advent of technology, particularly in the field of telemedicine,
In therapeutic work, I see the same pattern over and over again. People tend to be very good at showing compassion to everyone else in
In Hong Kong’s fast paced life it’s not a surprise that I see 3/5 people who report high levels of stress, so what is stress?
In today’s world, the power of social skills is essential for children to achieve success. It’s not just about academic performance – strong social
Being an expat can be an exciting and challenging experience, not only for adults but also for children. Moving to another country brings new cultures,
As an experienced Clinical Psychologist, I understand that seeking therapy can be a significant decision. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any
In the landscape of therapeutic interventions, the term “boundaries” has gained widespread popularity. In this article, Dr Quratulain Zaidi, of MindNLife explains why she’s reluctant
When we set big, overwhelming New Year’s resolutions, we also set up the expectation that we’re going to turn over an entirely new leaf and
Noise pollution is the spread of unwanted sounds into the environment. Even small increases in the level of ambient noise can have a significant effect.
Every friendship evolves uniquely however research shows there are a few factors that help form and maintain friendships through the years: these are accumulation, attention,
As this year comes to an end, those of us in Hong Kong are facing mixed emotions. Primary among these may likely be burnout. Emotional
We used to believe that the brain stopped growing when we reached adulthood. However, current research suggests that the brain retains neuroplasticity, or the ability
Most of us seek comfort and reward over pain and punishment. When our mood has been anxious or depressed for too long, our body begins
There is no such thing as multitasking, only multi- failing! My children grew up hearing this from me almost every day. I’m passionate about raising
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,
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
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
Anxiety and what we can do to cope Stress and anxiety can be motivating and healthy in just the right amount. Think of it as
Communication We all hear about how important it is to communicate our needs to our partners, but it’s not always easy to know exactly how
Holiday Pressure Anna had decided this year she would not visit her family for the holidays. She knew for sure that she would be hearing about
Grief during the Holidays Holiday festivities are the times we usually gather with our loved ones to celebrate and create memories. This can make grief and
Taking care of the whole self It’s common these days to hear about self care and how one should value it. But what is self
Preventative Model Our current health model is reactive rather than preventative. The notion that many health issues can be prevented through daily habits and lifestyle
How our mental health is connected with physical symptoms Helena often felt like she had a chest infection. Her lungs felt tight, and she gasped