With endurance sport season fast approaching in the Middle East, a lot of people will be dusting off their old running or cycling shoes to get back outside again. For most, the routine will come naturally, but for others a mental barrier will come up. This psychological battle is a phenomenon amongst budding athletes and
The whole world is about to change. School’s out and university – the next big step on the path to adulting – can feel like a different planet. It’s the ultimate drop from a comfort zone and into a deep pool of what-ifs and what’s next. Even the most confident of teenagers may get nervous
The more nutrition that is packed into a diet, the lower the risk of disorders such as depression, anxiety and stress. Women are more likely to suffer from mental health disorders as a direct impact of poor diet and lack of exercise than men, a new study has found. When eaten as part of a regular
Employees’ skills and development are increasingly important in a post-Covid world, and mental health needs must be addressed to lower stress levels in the workplace Companies need to invest in their employee’s mental wellbeing and learning development if they want to remain competitive in a post-coronavirus world where skilled employees are invaluable assets. The pandemic
The pandemic has disrupted the work environment, highlighting the importance of mental wellbeing and agile leadership in the workplace Coronavirus has disrupted the 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. working style and brought forward a new reality of remote working and a focus on the importance of mental well-being in the workplace. As offices gradually re-open,
Murky, unsettling landscapes. Damaged minds. Ghosts that need to be exorcised. AND Crimes that have no formulaic black-and-white answers. Why are we bingeing on a web of moral ambiguity being spun on our screens? It was Netflix’s House of Cards that set the trend for me. Bingeing on way too much evil, too many twisted
Dubai: Every March, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) leads dialogue around the crucial neurological topic of brain injury. This year’s theme, ‘More Than My Brain Injury,’ focuses on the lasting impact and the need for more understanding of brain injury as a chronic condition. Alongside conditions such as stroke and seizures, one of
Leaders in various fields credit constant focus as one of the most essential elements of their success. In the words of George Lucas, “your focus determines your reality,” and it’s often what sets entrepreneurs apart- until a global pandemic comes along and changes everything. In this scenario, even the most driven people are prone to
The last 12 months have created a sense of uncertainty for many people worldwide, not just regarding their health and safety but their financial stability as well. Faced with difficult decisions following a general business downturn, a growing number of organisations have made staff redundant in order to reduce costs amid declining financial fortunes. This
A reader who wishes to stay anonymous asks Dear Doctor, my weight has become an issue in my relationship. When we were younger, my then boyfriend used to love to watch me eat, especially since I did not gain weight. We got married and as I aged, I became more and more sluggish. And so
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