Author: Kerry Rudman
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ADD and ADHD: How Do They Impact Your Life?
October is ADHD Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to raise awareness about what ADHD and ADD are and what is happening within the brain. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are buzzwords that we normally hear associated with children and teens. Yet, it is becoming commonplace in adults, with…
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How Can Employed Mothers Deal With Burnout?
Burnout is a syndrome manifesting from chronic workplace stress. Globally, over 42% of women reportedly experience burnout! Productivity is at an all-time high right now. Essentially, women are delivering performance and business results, but at a great personal toll. Burnout in Employed Mothers International studies have shown that women in senior management roles do more…
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A Meditation for Mandela Day
Africa and all over the world. Mandela Day is an annual global celebration that takes place on 18 July to honor the life and legacy of one of the world’s most revered leaders, Nelson Mandela. This day is a call to action for individuals, communities, and organizations to take time to reflect on Mandela’s values…
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It’s Time To Stop Glamorizing Mental Health Issues
Glamorizing mental health issues has become a trend in recent times, thanks mostly to social media. It involves people portraying their mental health issues in a way that glorifies the condition, making it seem trendy or cool. This dangerous practice trivializes mental health problems. It also affects those who are truly suffering from these conditions.…
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Parental Rejection: How Does This Trauma Affect The Brain?
Trauma can have a significant impact on the brain, resulting in changes in neural pathways, neurotransmitters, and brain structures. Parental rejection is a form of trauma that can occur when a child feels unwanted, unloved, or dismissed by their caregivers. This experience can be significant in shaping how individuals relate to themselves and others as…
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6 Ways to Cope With End of Year, Festive Season Stress!
Being on leave and stuck with family during the festive season can be stressful. Kids are bored and need attention. Everything costs money, there are also family members who are angry and irritable or even abusive and children and women are stuck at home with them 24/7 without the relief of school or work. Festive…
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Burnout: The Men’s Health Crisis We Aren’t Talking About
November is Men’s Health Awareness Month, with International Men’s Day falling on Saturday 19 November. Men’s Health Awareness Month is a month dedicated to bringing awareness to a wide range of men’s health issues. Mental health is a key component of this, particularly burnout in men. Should we be worried about burnout? For far too…
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How Can Neurofeedback Protect The Brain Against The Effects of Alcohol
Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic alcohol consumption and binge drinking have increased substantially as a coping mechanism. Add to that, the energy crisis, war in Ukraine, climate change and rising inflation. All of which is playing havoc with our personal and business lives, financial worries and you have a recipe for disaster, writes…