Eating disorders can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or body type. Early recognition is critical. Here are 10 common warning signs: Low body weight for height (BMI <17.5) Preoccupation with food, dieting, calorie counting, or meal skipping Eating alone to hide behaviours such as restriction or bingeing Purging through […]
Ever noticed life has lost its sparkle, and everything feels like a dull shade of blue? When depression sets in, joy and passion often slip away, leaving you just going through the motions. You may ask yourself: “Why am I depressed?” Understanding the cause of your depression is the first […]
Depression is a condition which can affect anyone – it does not discriminate. For some people, depression may come on quite suddenly, and for other people, it might creep up on them over time. Depression might occur after particular changes in your life, or, after stagnation in your life. It […]
“Life is difficult” M. Scott Peck wrote in his book The path road travelled (1998). How true that is. Life is full of unwanted changes, losses and setbacks. And inevitably, some of these events can lead to depression and can affect any of us. Depression is one of the most […]
Described as the black dog, a dark cloud, a black hole, or an endless pit, depression is often portrayed as an all-consuming emotional state that feels impossible to escape. Although frequently mentioned in conversation, depression is often accompanied by stigma, shame, and misunderstanding, rather than compassion and support. Depression is […]
Regular exercise such as walking, cycling, yoga and weights training is important to keep our body functioning at an optimal level. Living an active life helps to keep fresh blood circulating around our body and regulate the chemicals in our brain.