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Bipolar Disorder Myths Debunked
Living with mental illness presents two sets of challenges: Firstly, there are the symptoms of the illness itself that can be disabling and disruptive to a healthy lifestyle. Second, people with mental illness have to constantly contend with the prejudice, stigma, and stereotypes related to what it means in society at large to
Personality Disorders: Determining the Types
By definition, a personality disorder falls into a class of mental disorder marked by dysfunctional behavior and thought patterns. This dysfunction sets the individual apart from others when it comes to the ways in which they perceive things and relate to other people. The consequences of the dysfunction inherent in different types of personality
Adolescent Mental Health
Studies done on mental health issues in adolescents indicate a serious problem growing in our society. Consider that […]
Child Abuse & Its Consequences
With end May/beginning June marking National Child Protection Week in South Africa, our attention is once again drawn to the crisis our country is dealing with. Or rather, failing to deal with. A recent study by the Children’s Institute of UCT reports that an alarming 1 in 3 children experience physical
Postpartum Psychosis Vs Postnatal Depression
These two terms although very similar have very different meanings and implications. A woman naturally undergoes emotional changes after she has given birth, which is a mild form of depression or ‘baby blues’ as it is also called. The mother will experience changes in her body as her hormones and
Men & Mental Health
Acknowledging a mental health problem can be intimidating and probably one of the hardest things to do in general. This is because of the stigma and discrimination surrounding issues of mental illness. With that being said, studies have found that men in particular are losing out when it comes to getting help for mental
The Effects of Depression
Depression is defined as a mental health disorder characterized by a persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life. As we’ve covered in previous articles on depression, this condition is not simply a feeling of sadness that you can ‘decide’ not to have. In fact, a huge part of
How Abuse Impacts Mental Health
In our post, Women and Mental Health, we touched on the effects of abuse on one’s mental wellbeing. The fact of the matter is that with abuse playing a significant role in mental health, it affects men as well as women. For example, being exposed to domestic violence places children
Family dysfunction and Mental Health
Is there something like the perfect family? Certainly not. We all experience some form of dysfunction in our family environments. So what constitutes a dysfunctional family and how does mental health play a role? Let’s start off by defining the term “dysfunctional family” What is a dysfunctional family? Dysfunctional families
Sleeping disorders explained
Sleeping disorders are classified as the inability to fall asleep easily and includes disrupted sleeping patterns The Human Sciences Research council revealed that one in 14 South Africans struggle with some sort of sleep disorder, which is linked to their overall mental health wellbeing. *Amanda (not her real name) struggles most nights
Methods to manage at work: Mental Health Conditions
Today, one of the most prolific health issues that many have to face each day, is a variety of mental health problems. Many employees have to deal with high-stress environments, long working hours, all of which could have an effect on mental health. This could ultimately lead to a decrease
The impact of family on your mental health
Chances are you have someone in your family who struggles with their mental health It could be from depression, stress, anxiety or even PTSD. These are just some of the most common mental health issues that people struggle with daily. And during this struggle, family plays a vital role as
Stress Tips: Preparing your Children for Upcoming Exams
As we approach exam season, a lot of scholars are under immense pressure to perform well, especially after the year and the current pandemic at hand. From a very young age, school-going children learn to see their worth in a percentage marked on a piece of paper at the end
The Roles of Mothers & Fathers in their Children’s Mental Health
Parents & early child development May is the month that draws our focus to parents as well as children – first with Mother’s Day, and then National Child Protection Week at the end of the month. We therefore thought it fitting to explore the role that mothers and fathers play in
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
If someone were to ask you to name a favorite part of your body they might be met with a long pause as you try to find something you like about yourself. However, if you were asked to name a part of your body you don’t like, chances are you’d
Eating Disorders and Mental Health
In observation of Health Awareness Month, we’re looking at the various ways that underscore the significant connection between body and mind. In previous posts we addressed how physical health impacts mental health and in the case of eating disorders this connection is most amplified. The first thing that needs emphasis is that an eating
Mental & Physical Health in Women
Recent research by mental health specialists suggests that certain mental illnesses, like anxiety and depression, can be selective when it comes to gender, where women tend to be more susceptible than men. Furthermore, studies like the one conducted by Shamima Saloojee – comparing the prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in women and men with
Depression | How Parents Can Help their Children
Teenagers are known for their moody natures. Adolescence brings with it so many changes for a child embarking on the journey to adulthood – hormones, academic pressures, physical developments, questions about their identity and place in the world, and social pressures, particularly among peers. But mental health specialists have found that
Holistic Mental health recovery & support
In previous blog posts, we discussed various elements of mental health such as protecting your mental health or the social media effects on mental health. In this blog post, however, we will be focusing on Personal recovery and suggest different ways that can help your recovery. We would also like
What is Good Mental Health?
A Positive State of Being Being in good mental health means an individual has a general sense of control over their life and its problems, and exhibits feelings of optimism and hope. They are physically and mentally capable of dealing with stress. This capability is referred to as resilience, and
Munchausen Syndrome & Munchausen By Proxy
Munchausen Syndrome is a serious mental illness where an individual will pretend to suffer from an illness for the sake of attention from others. The condition is usually underpinned by either a behavioural or compulsive disorder, with individuals struggling with severe emotional deficits. They feed off attention from friends, family, and even co-workers – their only
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