In the last blog, we looked at some uncertainties around sex and sexuality at an older age. Here are a few more:
- Some men may notice that it takes them longer to get aroused and get an erection. At
The fear of missing out…
The fear of missing out or FOMO can be described as a continuous apprehension that others are having rewarding experiences which you are missing out. It is usually characterized by needing to stay in tune to what others are doing … Read more
Sex and Ageing – Part 1 of 2
In this day and age people are living longer and healthier lives, and many older people are still enjoying sexually fulfilling lives. In the next two blogs, I will be looking at some queries regarding sexuality and intimacy in older … Read more
Specific Phobias – Part 2 of 2
Following the exploration of the previous blog on specific phobias, so what exactly are the causes of specific phobias? Researchers are uncertain about the exact cause of specific phobias, however the current consensus is that specific phobias are exacerbated if … Read more
Specific Phobias – Part 1 of 2
How many times have you heard or wondered about why someone is afraid of particularly common objects such as peach’s, kiwi’s, cockroaches, injections or thunder? These are examples of what we call specific phobias. Specific phobias fall under the … Read more
Supporting a friend with Depression – Part 2 of 2
In part 1 of this blog we explored some tips for helping a friend with depression. In this blog I will continue to focus on some other things that may help a friend in their recovery.
- Seek professional
Supporting a friend with Depression – Part 1 of 2
When a family member, partner or friend suffers from depression or any other mental health difficulty, your support and encouragement can play an important role in their recovery. With the right care plan, you can help them cope with their … Read more
Valentine’s day on a budget
It’s February and Valentine’s Day is around the corner. It is a time when a lot of couples start feeling the stress and pressure to celebrate the best and most romantic way and to get the perfect and preferably most … Read more
Helicopter Parenting – Part 2 of 2
In this blog, I will be addressing the parent’s invasion of children’s privacy. As children grow into teenagers research shows that parents who invade their children’s privacy typically end up knowing less about what their children are doing since children … Read more
Helicopter Parenting – Part 1 of 2
Lately, I was intrigued by an episode called Arkangle from Black Mirror. It is a story of a single mother, who enlists her daughter in an experimental surveillance programme. By doing such the mother can control all her daughter’s movements … Read more