Category: Mental Health

Should you forgive?

Dr John talks about forgiveness versus absolution and why you should forgive someone who hurts you.

Myths around suicide

Sandra talks about the myths around suicide that the movie “13 Reasons Why” enhances. She is not a fan of the movie.

Food and mood

Sandra talks about the linkages between food and our mood and how what we put in our body has a miraculous impact on our mental health.

Anger or anxiety?

Dr John talks about the link between anger and anxiety and why this is important for anger management.

Is it stress or anxiety?

Dr John talks about the difference between stress and anxiety so you know the more effective techniques to manage both.

Bi-polar disorder

Bi-polar disorder - why we should encourage those who may have it to seek help.

Survivor guilt

Sandra explains the concept of survivor guilt experienced by those who are left behind while others are made redundant from FIFO work.

Understanding the Mental Health Spectrum

Sandra explains the Mental Health Spectrum and demystifies the belief that mental health is always about the disorders.

Can depressed people come across as selfish?

Dr John explains why we should be patient with our loved ones who feel depressed even if they come across as selfish

Warning Signs of Suicide

Dr John describes the warning signs of suicide and what to do if you are feeling suicidal with a list of resources.