Psychotherapy

Nourishing the Working Mind in National Psychology Week 2021

Nov 15, 2021

The Australian Psychological Society (APS), Australia's peak body for psychologists, organises activities for National Psychology Week every year with the aim of providing psychological assistance to people who need it. During these uncertain times, the...

All the Types of Learning Disabilities

Nov 11, 2021

Learning disabilities are lifelong conditions that are usually diagnosed in school-aged children. Contrary to common misconception, they are not intellectual impairments. In fact, people with learning disabilities have above-average intelligence. Read...

Indecision, Indecision...: Everything You Need to Know About Being Indecisive

Nov 10, 2021

Are you indecisive? You may be wondering how to tell if you are or what that means. Well, perhaps we should start with what it means to be decisive first and then go from there. When you are decisive, what you choose to do is a choice that has been...

Amnesia & Natural Therapy

Nov 02, 2021

It is always beneficial to use natural amnesia treatments because they have fewer side effects and they are as effective as amnesia drugs. People with amnesia can benefit from lifestyle changes, such as exercise and a healthy diet, as well as herbal...

Amnesia: What It Is, Types, Causes & Symptoms

Nov 01, 2021

Amnesia can stem from brain damage, post-traumatic stress disorder, and so many other reasons. It does not have one set of symptoms, nor does it have a single treatment approach. Some people with amnesia have short-term memory, while others struggle...

World Kindness Day 2021: How You Can Make the World a Better Place

Oct 29, 2021

If we all did one kind act every day, everyone would be able to live in an environment of love, respect and fairness. Many true stories have been told about how the power of kindness has improved people's lives. A police officer who revives a child...

What is Alzheimer's Disease?

Oct 28, 2021

Alzheimer's disease is a degenerative brain disorder that causes loss of memory and cognitive decline. It is the most common form of dementia. Around 460,000 Australians have dementia, with Alzheimer's disease accounting for 70% of all cases as of...

Grief & Your Health

Oct 25, 2021

Grief is one of those emotions we dread but have to face as it's a normal reaction to the loss of a loved one. Every living thing goes through a certain level of grief at some point in their life. However normal, when does healthy grieving become unhealthy?

What Are Bipolar Disorders?

Oct 22, 2021

Individuals with bipolar disorders often experience extreme shifts in mood that can interfere with relationships, education, career goals, and their daily life as a whole. A bipolar disorder is also known as bipolar affective disorder or manic-depressive...

Hoarding Disorder: What You Need to Know

Oct 21, 2021

Did you know that hoarding is the reason for 25% of home fires? This was revealed by an academic study conducted in Canberra. Hoarding is a mental condition that should not be taken lightly as it affects not only the hoarder but their family as well.

Everything You Need to Know About Postpartum Depression

Oct 15, 2021

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare's 2010 Australian National Infant Feeding Survey, 20% of mothers of 24-month-old children and under suffer from postpartum or postnatal depression. A majority of these mothers reported having...

Understanding Affective Disorders

Oct 14, 2021

Anyone you know experiencing emotional distress or having a depressed mood? Chances are that person is suffering from an affective disorder. This term includes a wide range of mental illnesses, including panic disorder and social phobia that could...

All You Need to Know About Autism Spectrum Disorder

Oct 13, 2021

Autism spectrum disorder is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how an individual experiences the world. Autism can be seen as a difference in brain wiring, which impacts a person's ability to experience, understand and process information.

A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Family Therapy

Oct 07, 2021

Family therapy is a type of mental health service that helps to heal relationships within families. This article aims to provide readers with the basic knowledge needed to understand how family therapy works and what it can do for your loved ones.

Phobia Basics: Everything You Need to Know About Agoraphobia

Sep 28, 2021

What is Agoraphobia? Agoraphobia is a severe anxiety disorder that many people don't realize they have. It's a fear of places and situations where it is hard to escape or get help if something bad happens. People with agoraphobia often feel like they...

Dyslexia: What It Is, Its Causes & Symptoms?

Sep 27, 2021

What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning disability that makes it difficult for people to read and write. It can also be hard for them to spell words, match letters and sounds, or express their thoughts in spoken language. The disorder affects people...

Everything You Need to Know About Stroke

Sep 24, 2021

Around 387,000 Australians had suffered a stroke at some point in their lives, according to a recent survey (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2019). Two-fifths of them were women, while more than half were men. Stroke is a chronic condition that can...

The Change Masters

Sep 22, 2021

Let's celebrate all of the people who challenge the way things have always been. When you hear 'but we have always done it this way', ask yourself "for what purpose would you choose to continue to do it the same way, hoping to get different results"?

Chronic Diseases & Natural Therapy

Sep 10, 2021

Living with a chronic condition causes not only physical pain and difficulty in performing everyday tasks — even the simplest of them — but also mental torture and emotional distress. Nothing can be worse than not knowing what may happen tomorrow...

Depression: Summarising Basic Information

Sep 07, 2021

The subject of Depression is mired in misconceptions about what a depressive disorder 'is' and its 'causes', which may create uncertainty in choosing appropriate treatment. As we all aim to help people with depression, and their loved ones and carers...