I had heard of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), but strangely it was only when I read a work of fiction – Barbara Claypole White’s book ‘The Promise Between Us‘, did I begin to understand just how crippling it can be. Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder If you see people cleaning excessively and compulsively, doing things repetitively, […]
Stressful Cities: How to Cope with Urban Life
On the face of it, big cities seem like the dream. They are the backdrop for most Hollywood blockbusters, and just give the impression that life is the definition of bliss. Of course, that’s just an illusion and, living in a big city brings just as many issues. In fact, some studies have suggested that […]
Recognize Suicidal Behavior and Act
It is a heavy topic to talk about—suicide, but one that is very important to look into and address. Thoughts on suicide, or showing suicidal behavior does not choose age, gender, race or social status. The elderly, adults and children alike can be affected by mental health issues, or depression or anxiety, that could lead to […]
Having A Low Day?
Are you having a low day? I was last week and I had no idea what it was all about. I worked myself into bad mood – every little thing irritated me, I felt overwhelmed and stressed. Strangely, it was on a day off from work that this happened. I spurned my husband’s efforts to […]
Find A Therapist And Be There For A Loved One with Depression
Fashion designer Alexander McQueen. Olympic medallist Jeret Peterson. Oscar winning actor Robin Williams. Musicians Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell. Fashion designer Kate Spade. Celebrity Chef Anthony Bourdain. What’s common among all of them? Yes, they’re all immensely talented people in their own fields, and world famous too. But they’re also people who’ve battled depression and […]