Month: June 2020

Is The News Making You Ill? – The psychological impact of negative headlines

Going through Newspaper headlines and trending topics on social media can be fun. It’s good to stay abreast of happenings around the world and have the latest information at your fingertips. But bad news seems to be everywhere these days. Browsing the news now can sometimes bring a sense of foreboding and that sinking feeling …

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Break the Pattern of Emotional Eating – Learn to stop reaching for food every time you’re bored or upset

You ate just 1 hour ago but find yourself reaching for yet another snack. You’re stressed and frustrated and the only thing that really helps – is eating. You realize this is not the best habit to have – but who can help eating when stressed? Eating when down, frustrated or bored feels good. It’s …

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Understanding PTSD – Why the nightmares and anxiety last for weeks after the traumatic event

I read about the attempted kidnapping of a middle aged Nigerian male in the newspaper. I remember feeling terrified and bemoaning the rampant insecurity in the country. Six months later the said Nigerian was in my consulting room complaining of ‘not feeling like his usual self’ since the incident. __________________________ The sound of footsteps along …

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The Power of Negative Thinking on Intimate Relationships – Part 2

How your ‘innocent’ assumptions can sabotage your closest relationships. ‘’ If he cares about me he would know how hurt I am ’’ Someone who cares about you should surely just know how you’re feeling right? No, not really – Unfortunately. Love can make us do a lot of things – mind reading is (sadly) …

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