My dear parents, I am sure that welcome the return of school after summer. Our children are now settled in schools and we as parents can have a little more time to concentrate on other things. That, of course, is … Read more
Let us resolve a parental dilemma
Recently I had the privilege to observe a group of parents discussing parenthood. This experience was very illuminating for me, as I always find that different people resolve similar problems in very creative ways. At one point, one of the … Read more
Can I Reduce Or Stop Misbehaviour? … Of course, this is how
How often did you want to know how to stop your child from misbehaving? I have been involved in hundreds of discussions with parents and professionals attempting to find magical ways to stop misbehaviour. Well … so far I have … Read more
Therapy Everywhere Anytime
Therapy traditionally consists of sitting on a sofa while talking to a counselor. But in this digital age, online therapy is not only just as beneficial , but so much more convenient than conventional therapy. This may be the main … Read more
Self-harm. Why?
For someone who does not self harm, it may come across as deviant and incomprehensible behavior. However, those who self harm see it differently and state that it is the ‘only’ way to cope with problems. “It helps me to … Read more
ADHD. What is it, really? – Part 2/3
After explaining ADD, it is a good idea to follow through with the hyperactive-impulsive disorder and the famous ADHD.
Hyperactive-impulsive disorder is more common in boys than in girls and since the behaviour is usually very visible, it is … Read more
ADHD. What is it, really? – Part 1/3
The term ADHD has been overly used recently. By parents, teachers and sometimes even by the youngsters themselves. What is it really? If a child is energetic and maybe sometimes a bit mischievous, does that mean that he or she … Read more
What can a person do if he or she has a weak pelvic floor?
Exercise is the key to strengthening your pelvic floor and pelvic floor exercises need to be carefully instructed by a women’s health/continence physiotherapist to be done effectively.
Pelvic floor exercises can help to improve bladder and bowel control, reduce and/or … Read more
What is the role of pelvic floor muscles in bowel movement and what is pelvic floor dysfunction?
The pelvic floor needs to relax and contract in a coordinated fashion for a person to be able to have normal stool elimination. If for some reason the person is unable to control these muscles, he or she is said … Read more
What is vaginismus and the role of the physiotherapist in its treatment?
Vaginismus is a sexual dysfunction where women are unable to have vaginal penetration. This is because the muscles of the pelvic floor surrounding the vagina contract involuntarily resulting in the vagina clenching shut. This leads to pain on attempt of … Read more