by Dr M Van Zyl | Apr 26, 2023 | What's New
Firstly, we will look at the most important actions you can take to get rid of depression. Then I will discuss one of my favourite topics, mindfulness, and how practicing mindfulness can help treat depression. 1. Psychotherapy: Engaging in talk therapy, such as...
by Dr M Van Zyl | Apr 21, 2023 | What's New
CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl Depression and sadness are related emotional experiences but differ in several important ways. It’s essential to understand these differences to recognize when someone may need professional help for depression or when they are...
by Dr M Van Zyl | Apr 14, 2023 | What's New
CREDITSBy Dr Melane van Zyl I have a couple more hours on the road with my recent work schedule change. Listening to audiobooks was the best use of this time. My current book is “The Coddling of the American Mind” by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt. I was...
by Dr M Van Zyl | Apr 6, 2023 | What's New
CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl When we have experienced trauma, it can lead to the formation of complexes. Many Jungian analysts and scholars argue that the discovery of complexes was Jung’s most important contribution to psychology. A complex is a form of energy, and...
by Dr M Van Zyl | Mar 31, 2023 | What's New
CREDITSBy Dr Melane van Zyl After so many years in private practice, I am still surprised by how often I have to convince a patient to take an antidepressant. After all, antidepressants can save lives! Here is a list of why people are sceptical and even scared of...
