The emergence of social media in our technological twenty-first century lives has completely changed the way we socialize and interact with others, making socializing easy and accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, increasing our overall sense of connectedness with others. As humans are innately social creatures, social media platforms such as Twitter, … Read more
Substance misuse or abuse is the harmful or hazardous use of alcohol or drugs whether they be prescribed or illicit. There are many reasons why someone may take substances such as; To cope with negative feelings such as stress and sadness To experience the physical and emotional effects Peer pressure They are addicted psychologically and/or … Read more
When most of us think about addiction, we think about dependence on a substance, such as alcohol or drugs. Not many people associate addiction as an addiction to a behaviour. Types of Behavioural Addictions There are many behavioural addictions that are prevalent in society today (some more severe than others), such as: Sex addiction Internet … Read more
How to Find a Perth Counsellor There are a number of counselling services that are available in Perth. Private counselling practices There are many private counselling practices in Perth and most can be found using a Google search. Private practices will have different schedules of fees and may have one or many therapists available for … Read more
The hidden effects of stress Stress has simply become a regular part of modern day life and this may explain why we often fail to see the significance of our stress. Stress is your bodies way of protecting itself, when working properly, stress can cause a person to be more focused, energetic and alert. There … Read more
Although a family, (in a perfect world) should get along, this is not always the case. Unfortunately, for many and often complex reasons, family disharmony does happen. A family may experience – Communication breakdowns Constant arguing Over involvement OR complete avoidance, and even Physical altercations These are all signs of family relationship breakdowns. Several different … Read more
Ability to be involved in our local community is something that most people take for granted. Making connections, developing friendships and gaining a sense of participation and contribution are things that are assumed to be available to everyone. Connecting to a community you have not been a part of because of long-term illness or disability, or, … Read more
What is mindfulness? Originating from the Buddhist sati, mindfulness is the moment-by-moment intentional, accepting and non-judgmental awareness and focus of one’s attention on the emotions, thoughts, surroundings and sensations occurring in the present moment. It is commonly referred to as “being in the now.” Benefits of mindfulness on stress Mindfulness has been shown to be … Read more
The transition from childhood to adolescence brings excitement and challenges—new schools, evolving friendships, and a growing need for independence. However, for some children, these changes can lead to increased anxiety, affecting their emotional well-being, academic performance, and social relationships. While occasional worry is normal, persistent anxiety can interfere with daily life. Understanding the signs of … Read more
The transition from child to teenager can be a turbulent time, full of change. As your child begins to change, so does your role in their life. For some parents, the change from being a constant protector and guide to being a supporter on the sidelines can be very difficult. Staying involved in your child’s … Read more
