The baby is here and you are happy and relieved. Now that there is another little one in your life, your life as a family is complete. You too, feel fulfilled as a woman now that you have experienced pregnancy and childbirth. There will be joy, excitement and new adventures as you watch your baby
Your diet can affect your moods Ever wondered why some people are perpetually moody, unmotivated and restless? The most common perception is that these people have ‘attitude problems’. However, many studies have shown that diet can play a vital role in mood regulation. In other words, what you eat is what you feel. This is
One of the most difficult part of being a clinician is having to tell a patient that they have cancer. Although many types of cancers are now curable especially with early diagnosis and treatment, most people still consider cancer to be a one-way ticket to nowhere. Strangely enough, treating cancer as a disease is actually
Are you hearing voices in your head? The word schizophrenia may elicit fear. There is a lot of misunderstanding among the public with this disorder. The term actually means split (schizo) mind (phrenia). But it is a misnomer as the illness does not split the mind. The features of this illness include positive symptoms. These
Swinging from one mood pole to another Bipolar Disorder is a biological illness that causes unusual shifts in your mood, energy levels and ability to function in different aspects of your life (for example, work, going to school, taking care of yourself and maintaining relationships). This illness used to be called Manic Depression because it
Most patients would be emotionally and psychologically disturbed when they receive a diagnosis stating that surgery is required. Whether it is a major open surgery or a minor endoscopic (keyhole) surgery, the thought of going under the knife sends shivers down the spine of patients and sometimes their family members. Being aware of these psychological
Feel like you have a constant flu, with runny nose, pain or pressure in the ear, frequently blocked nose ,headache and facial pain? Perhaps you are experiencing frequent nosebleeds, a numbness or tingling in the face, painful teeth or dentures that do not fit, and have recently discovered a lump on your nose or lump
Many individuals lead a sedentary lifestyle, thus increasing the risks of potentially fatal diseases. Certain physical changes are associated with ageing, but more people are starting to realise that some changes that we used to think are signs of ‘normal’ ageing are actually the result of disease, the environment and lifestyle. Therefore, by controlling our
Ageing is, in keeping with nature’s intention, a complex but natural process which impacts the physical, mental and spiritual being. Every journey of life, from birth to its end is a personal experience unique to just that one. Above all though, is the shared desire to age gracefully. The need of a strong and healthy
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