Working within the field of domestic violence, one notices that the overarching majority of clients have tended to be female clients. Even if one had to do a quick google image search one will realise that the way in which … Read more
A look at DV: Aggressor
Following the previous blog, a concept which is perhaps often not given enough attention in situations of DV is the aggressor, which like the victim could be of either gender. By no means am I condoning the behaviour of aggressors … Read more
Change: Why don’t we like it?
“I don’t like changes.” Familiar? A lot of us don’t like changes, we rather continue with what we are doing/good at. What is it, that makes us resist change?
Let’s have a look at the reasons for change. One reason … Read more
How do I support a relative with a mental illness? – Part 4 of 4
When you care for someone, the person may become very dependent on you. Being there for your relative is imperative; however, you will need to make sure that you do not reinforce their dependency, as this will not be beneficial … Read more
How do I support a relative with a mental illness? – Part 3 of 4
You may find that the person that you are supporting does not always want to seek professional help when needed. This might be because that they can’t understand how unwell they are or because they would want to try and … Read more
How do I take care of a relative with a mental illness? – Part 2 of 4
If your relative has been given a diagnosis of a mental illness, it is useful to learn more about it so that you can understand how it is affecting your relative. By learning more about the illness and about any … Read more
How do I support a relative with a mental illness? Part 1 of 4
Supporting a relative with a chronic mental illness can sometimes be very challenging, especially if they live in the same home. Caring for someone on a daily basis may sometimes cause practical and emotional difficulties. In fact, it is very … Read more
On becoming a mother
Motherhood changes us. From the feeling of the baby’s first kick while still pregnant to the sleepless nights during the first months, our routines change, our priorities change and our life perspective changes…
So how do we survive our first … Read more
Pornography addiction
Cybersex is a category of on-line sexual activities where the internet is used for sexual gratification. Pornography is one area of on-line sexual activities that usually includes hardcore, softcore and illegal pornography. Softcore porn does not show actual penetration, ejaculation, … Read more