A child’s self-image is a crucial aspect of their development. It not only affects how they perceive themselves but also how they interact with others,
Given the growing rates of depression, anxiety, and associated challenges in teenagers, supporting your teenager with their mental health is more important than ever, and
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
How can we get better at handling inappropriate jokes in children? We’ve all been there, a child makes a joke with words they don’t seem
Childhood Trauma and Self-Care Childhood trauma is our reaction to deeply distressing experiences that overwhelm our physical and mental coping abilities as children. Traumatic experiences
DR QURATULAIN ZAIDI of MindNLife discusses bullying, an all-too-common phenomenon found in schools (and, indeed, the daily life of adults) around the world, including Hong
Social media offers numerous advantages, such as the ability to connect people across the globe without the need for physical presence. It provides a platform
Professor Robert Plomin, a behavioural genetics professor at King’s College London, explains, “Parents have little effect on their children’s outcomes, beyond the blueprint that their
Let’s talk about something that’s becoming impossible to ignore – our teenagers are struggling. You might be surprised to learn that the National Institute of
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
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
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
Excessive social media use has been linked to depression and anxiety among teenagers. Data from more than 40,000 American children suggests that young people who spend
A recent international survey into bullying has shown Hong Kong is the worst performer when it comes to the percentage of children being bullied, with
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
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
ADHD and Teens – growing up with this disorder presents some unique challanges for youth today. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder
We all strive to be that perfect parent, one that has the perfect response in any situation, always provides the best advise, and never over-reacts.
The modern teenager is under immense social and academic pressure. Not only are teenagers going through rapid hormonal and brain changes, their social life is
Academic pressure is a major source of anxiety and stress for many children and teens. As a parent, you want what is best for your
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
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
(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
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
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
(As published in Healthy Living Asia) Teens management of their profiles can take a variety of forms – Pew Research asked teen social media users
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
