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The Importance of Assertiveness Skills Training and Effective Communication

If you frequently take on too many responsibilities because you find it difficult to say no, it might be especially helpful to you in reducing stress. Some people have a...
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How to Tame the Inner Critic and Cultivate Self-Compassion

Self-compassion is based on three principles- being aware of our own pain and suffering (whatever that may be and look like), acknowledging that pain and suffering...
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Does ‘Healthy Boundaries’ Sound a bit unfamiliar? Boundaries Help Us to Maintain Healthy Relationships & Improve Self-Esteem

Boundaries may be conceptualized differently by individuals, however essentially speaking to the concept of implementing a form of ‘limit’ between or around individuals...
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Impact of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (POCS) on Mental Health and Well-being of Women?

The evidence suggests that women with PCOS have higher rates of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, body dissatisfaction, and eating disorders. PCOS is shown to be a...
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What Does Depression Look Like?

One thing we know is that depression is not caused by one single factor. There is a multitude of factors that can play a part in the onset and maintenance of depressive...
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Why is it important to look around in Melbourne for the best-suited psychologist for my individual needs?

The therapeutic alliance is considered one of the most important aspect of the therapeutic process and can play a significant part in your treatment outcomes. Research...
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How to Deal with Low Mood and Anxiety During Lockdowns?

Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on our lives and mental health. Many of us continue to face difficulties in a range of...
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What does Depression look like amid Covid-19 and the impact of the Lockdown?

Depression has been found to increase our feeling of loneliness during COVID lockdowns. It's also been found to significantly reduce our sense of feeling connected to our...
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How to Know When to See a Psychologist During More Challenging Times?

It is really important to know the warning signs that everything is not okay. We discuss a few reasons why individuals reach out to a skilled psychologist to explore...

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