Your attachment style is not your verdict
As adults, we read about relationships, we talk about our troubles in the dating realm but we rarely look at the way our childhood attachments influence our adult behaviours. We are social creatures who live in a social world and therefore, our ability to hold space for those around us is constantly tested. This is […]
Why did therapy not work for you?
Therapy is a reliable and helpful approach that often works wonders for most people. But it is not necessarily the best choice for every one of us. A number of people find therapy isn’t working for them (due to a number of reasons) and they aren’t getting the results that they hope for. For some, […]
When does staying become toxic in relationships?
Relationships are an integral part of what makes us human. But not all of these help us thrive. Sometimes, the qualities that you are lauded for are the very qualities because of which you remain stuck in a relationship that is destroying you. You go from being your partner’s hero to being someone who is […]
How does emotion regulation affect relationships and communication with others?
The most intense emotions are often experienced in close relationships i.e. romantic or family relationships. Emotion regulation impacts the outcome of our relationships and affects the communication we have within them. It consists of the processes used by people to decide which emotions to experience, when to feel them, and how to display them. When […]
What is the difference between emotional suppression and healthy emotional regulation?
Psychiatrists and psychologists represent two of the largest groups of clinicians that provide mental health services to the population. They assess and treat individuals with a wide range of mental health needs. However, education and training is where the biggest difference lies between the two. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose and treat mental […]
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist, and which one should I choose?
Psychiatrists and psychologists represent two of the largest groups of clinicians that provide mental health services to the population. They assess and treat individuals with a wide range of mental health needs. However, education and training is where the biggest difference lies between the two. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose and treat mental […]
Understanding Narcissism and Autism: Key Differences and Similarities
Narcissism and autism are two complex psychological conditions that may sometimes overlap, despite having distinct origins and characteristics. This convergence of symptoms often leads to misinterpretations and diagnostic challenges. Through this article, we aim to understand the relationship between narcissism and autism, explore their similarities and differences, learn ways to identify them, and address common […]
Supporting the Supporters: Caregiver Mental Health in Neurodiverse Families
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term for significant difficulties in the development of specific intellectual, motor, language and social skills. Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), intellectual disability (ID) and dyslexia are some of the most common conditions that fall under the neurodiversity paradigm. As a result of these variations, neurodivergent individuals experience and interact in […]
Why Your Social Circle Matters More Than You Think
Your social circle is the one you mingle in almost every single day and it matters more than you think. Whether it’s a holiday or the weekend off, these are the closest people you think of in order to pass your time. These people are your tribe – the ones that shape how you think, […]
Difference between counselling, coaching and psychotherapy
Over the past years, coaching has become a household name. A methodology for facilitating intentional positive change, coaching has become a permanent fixture in organisations (aiding the development of employees from CEO-level to front-line staff) and personal life domains such as relationships, dating, emotions, health, communication, confidence, weight loss or even general life. On the […]