Author: Abdurahmaan Kenny
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Are Antidepressants Ruining Your Sex Life?
Antidepressants are considered essential for treating chronic depression and other mental health conditions. Yet many patients cite sexual dysfunction as a common side effect, causing them embarrassment and distress. Antidepressants and Sex: What’s The Link? This article will look at managing and treating antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, also referred to as emergent sexual dysfunction (TESD). The…
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Teen Depression Has Become A Global Mental Health Crisis
Depression has become the leading cause of illness and disability among adolescents worldwide, which in most cases go undetected and untreated, increasing the risk of suicide. Mental Health in Teens While teen mental health was already declining before COVID-19, the pandemic created conditions that exacerbated feelings of sadness and hopelessness. Disruptions to routines, missed milestones,…
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A Glimpse Into Bipolar Disorder And Schizophrenia
Worldwide, May has been dedicated to better understanding mental illnesses, with a specific focus on schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is the sixth leading cause of disability in the world, and an estimated 3-4% of South Africans have bipolar disorder. Additionally, schizophrenia affects approximately 24 million people worldwide. While different, both share common traits, which…
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Sustainability in the Beauty and Cosmetic Industry: Top Eco-Friendly Beauty Brands
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OPED: Play Your Part On World Suicide Prevention Day
To promote public commitment and action to prevent suicide in the lead-up to World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September), it is important to share advice on how to support a loved one after a suicide attempt, writes Abdurahmaan Kenny, Mental Health Portfolio Manager for Pharma Dynamics. Knowing how to deal with and support someone who…