Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects people’s behaviour. People with ADHD can seem restless, may have trouble concentrating and may act on impulse. Although the name itself seems like a disorder or a deficiency, it is … Read more
Sexual Assault in Public – What do I do?
Most discos and nightclubs are still closed in Malta, however, restaurants and snack bars are open and people flock out into the real world to party again. Whether you are enjoying an evening there or at unofficial locations involving alcohol … Read more
Drowning in love and hate: Am I in a toxic relationship?
Maybe we have all been there. Regardless of our age or gender, it is possible that all of us at one point or another have had a moment where we have asked ourselves, “Why am I still in this relationship?” … Read more
How can a dietitian help with diabetes?
Dietitians form part of the healthcare team that provides help to individuals of any age who might have type 1, type 2, or even gestational diabetes (high blood sugar during pregnancy). How much your blood sugar is controlled would depend … Read more
3 Tips for Behaviour Change as Adults
Behaviour plays a key role in overall well-being of individuals. Especially as adults, it is so important to choose behaviours wisely. For example, smoking, poor diet, lack of exercise; are some of the unhelpful behaviours that many people practice. Altering … Read more
I Feel Sad and Lonely
Sadness and loneliness are very common human emotions that everyone experiences at some point in their lives. The reason behind such feelings may be different for each person but may include things such as lack of social contact, a negative … Read more
How Can a Psychologist Help with Chronic Pain?
One of the most common reasons why people see a health practitioner is because of pain. It is easy to think that pain might be a mere physical sensation and the body’s way of alerting us towards injuries. However, pain … Read more
A Closer Look at Procrastination: Part 1 | What is it and why should I work on it?
“Starting to work on a task is the hardest part” is what I’m telling myself is I’m struggling to think of a topic for my blog post. Yes, this is going to be about procrastination and no, I am … Read more
Is my attachment style affecting my sexual life?
You may have realized that you have a behavioral pattern in your relationship with others including your partner, friends, family members, etc. This pattern can include your attitudes, beliefs and expectations in the context of the relationship. This situation can … Read more
When It Comes To Children: Pica
Children are likely to put things in their mouth which are not food. It is likely that children do this from time to time. Some adults do this as well, some stick their hair into their mouth, or eat the … Read more