Category: Mental Health

• Can people who experience mental health illnesses work?

Yes! People with mental illness can and do function well in the workplace. They are unlikely to take more sick leave because of their condition than people with a chronic physical condition … Read more

We have heard a lot about mental health on the media over the past few weeks. I have noticed that many people have been asking questions about this topic, which is very positive as it helps us become more aware … Read more

One of the foundations of good time management is prioritisation. This is the task of looking at the various things on your to-do list and deciding which are the most urgent, and which are the most important. I separated these … Read more

Post-traumatic stress disorder is commonly known as PTSD. What is PTSD? According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual 5 (DSM 5), PTSD involves a specific set of characteristics.

As the name suggests, people who experience themselves a traumatic experience or … Read more

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

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

According to a survey by the American Psychological Association (APA), almost half of all women (44 percent) and a third of men (31 percent) in America reported an increase in stress around the holidays. The media and popular culture presents … Read more

For many people, “the most wonderful time of the year” is actually really difficult. Christmas comes with high expectations of perfect, happy families enjoying celebrations and gifts, but not all of us are able to live up to these expectations. … Read more

December can be a difficult month for many. There are presents to buy, food to prepare, family and friends to please. If you are one of those individuals that feel more frazzled than festive here are some time management strategies … Read more

In the first three parts of this blog we discussed the process of grief and how we react to the loss of a loved one. In the last part of this write up, I will be talking about complicated or … Read more