Many seniors may be affected by age-related memory problems and Alzheimer’s Disease. Seniors may be ashamed or frightened of their memory problems and believe that they are an inevitable part of aging. However, the assumption that old age and memory problems go hand-in-hand is inaccurate. Many memory problems are not inevitable and are not part … Read more
GP referrals and Mental Health Care Plans are accepted by our Perth psychologists. What is a Mental Health Care Plan? A Mental Health Care Plan is part of the Better Access to Mental Health Care Initiative. This is a government initiative which aims to improve outcomes for people with clinically-diagnosed mental disorder through evidence based treatments. … Read more
Making the decision to move an older loved one into a residential assisted care facility can be a stressful time for all involved. The decision may be a straight forward one for some, with the person who will be the resident being involved in the choosing of the facility. However, for others there may be … Read more
Are you checking your phone compulsively? Do you feel uncomfortable when you are unable to check it? You may be addicted to your smart phone. Are you actually addicted to your phone? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. A study of 1,600 managers and professionals found: 70% said they check their smartphone within an hour of … Read more
When you work as a carer, you develop a special bond with the individual/s you care for. This bond is different than that of a family members or friends, and when carers grief and loss occurs, the grieving process can be quite different. Unlike other experiences of loss, the losses associated with a caring role may … Read more
For many women and their families, having a baby is the most significant life-changing event they will ever experience. Pregnancy and early parenthood depression and anxiety can happen at any time – but we know women are more likely to experience these during pregnancy and the year following birth. Postnatal depression (PND) is a common … Read more
When you care for someone it can be difficult to disengage your mind from the caring role. The worries and caring state of mind remains, and can leave you feeling drained, anxious, overwhelmed and not at peace. It is important, not only for yourself, but for your caring role, to be able to disengage from … Read more
Support in bipolar disorder recovery is important. People with bipolar disorder do better when they have support from family members and friends. Those whose loved ones are involved and supportive tend to recover more quickly, experience fewer manic and depressive episodes, and have milder symptoms. Tips for coping with bipolar disorder in the family Accept … Read more
Navigating Marriage with Confidence: How Premarital Counselling Can Strengthen Your Relationship Entering into marriage is one of life’s biggest milestones — and also one of its most significant emotional, legal and financial commitments. While planning the wedding day is exciting, many couples overlook preparing for what lies beyond: a long-term, evolving partnership. Premarital counselling is … Read more
Living Life in the Fast Lane The modern hectic lifestyle has unquestionably become part of dominant culture in today’s developing nations and the rapid pace at which our lives are programmed is not likely to ease any time in the future. We live in a world of fast food, fast cars, express checkouts, 3-hour express … Read more
