Mental health
Are you sitting comfortably? If you are, you might want to get up and do some squats or burpees for a little resistance after reading this! The problem seems to be that we are just too comfortable; we are surrounded by an ever-increasing array of technologies and conveniences that make our lives more comfortable and convenient. … Read More about From Couch Potatoes to Mindful Movers: Addressing the Comfort Crisis for Better Mental Health
Guest Blog Post, Raising Awareness of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder I am excited and honoured to be able to share and support a guest blogger on my website. Who is sharing a personal insight and a unique perspective to raise awareness of a lived experience of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. A new dad with (OCD) becoming a … Read More about Dad life…Hi OCD!
OCD stands for obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is a mental health disorder characterized by persistent, uncontrollable thoughts, ideas, impulses or images (obsessions) that can cause anxiety and repetitive behaviours or mental acts (compulsions) that are performed to reduce the anxiety caused by the obsessions. These compulsions can interfere with daily activities and can be time-consuming, causing … Read More about Breaking the Chains of OCD: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Managing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive about organising your closet till it looks just perfect? Can’t live a single day without your hand sanitiser? This can be a natural feeling because every one of us can be obsessed over little things in life. However, if you experience recurring thoughts that disturb you even if you try to avoid them, and … Read More about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – Is It Time to Seek Professional Help?
What is the Thyroid and What Does it Do? The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, just in front of the windpipe (trachea). It produces hormones that affect things like your heart rate and body temperature. Having too many of these hormones can cause unpleasant and potentially serious problems that may need … Read More about Thyroid Problems and Mental Health