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Sleeping problems in children: tips for parents

Sleeping problems in children: tips for parents

CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl The most difficult part of having children was to deal with them if they did not sleep. I am one of those people who need eight hours of sleep (at least) to function. So, what can we do with a child that does not sleep well? Children can...

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Antidepressants and their minimum effective dosages

Antidepressants and their minimum effective dosages

CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl This is by far the most boring blog I have ever written. On my website, I promise a list of common antidepressants and the minimum effective dose- so here it is! As boring as this list is, as important as it is to be aware of the minimum...

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The Gut-Brain Connection

The Gut-Brain Connection

CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl Did you know your brain and digestive system are intricately connected? Our gut is so important that it is now even named our second brain. Our gut is extremely sensitive to stress. We have known this for ages, talking about butterflies or...

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How to build a healthy ego

How to build a healthy ego

CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl The ego has been getting a lot of bad rap in the media. This is probably because a healthy, strong ego is confused with a big ego (as in narcissism). A healthy ego, however, is important for psychological wellbeing. In my practice, I spend...

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How can I get rid of my depression?

How can I get rid of my depression?

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...

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Am I depressed or just sad?

Am I depressed or just sad?

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 experiencing...

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The problem with fragility

The problem with fragility

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...

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Comparing and combining EMDR, IFS and Scheme Therapy

Comparing and combining EMDR, IFS and Scheme Therapy

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...

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Why are people reluctant to take antidepressants?

Why are people reluctant to take antidepressants?

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...

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Sleeping problems in children: tips for parents

Sleeping problems in children: tips for parents

CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl The most difficult part of having children was to deal with them if they did not sleep. I am one of those people who need eight hours of sleep (at least) to function. So, what can we do with a child that does not sleep well? Children can...

read more
Antidepressants and their minimum effective dosages

Antidepressants and their minimum effective dosages

CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl This is by far the most boring blog I have ever written. On my website, I promise a list of common antidepressants and the minimum effective dose- so here it is! As boring as this list is, as important as it is to be aware of the minimum...

read more
The Gut-Brain Connection

The Gut-Brain Connection

CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl Did you know your brain and digestive system are intricately connected? Our gut is so important that it is now even named our second brain. Our gut is extremely sensitive to stress. We have known this for ages, talking about butterflies or...

read more
How to build a healthy ego

How to build a healthy ego

CREDITS By Dr Melane van Zyl The ego has been getting a lot of bad rap in the media. This is probably because a healthy, strong ego is confused with a big ego (as in narcissism). A healthy ego, however, is important for psychological wellbeing. In my practice, I spend...

read more
How can I get rid of my depression?

How can I get rid of my depression?

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...

read more
Am I depressed or just sad?

Am I depressed or just sad?

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 experiencing...

read more
The problem with fragility

The problem with fragility

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...

read more
Comparing and combining EMDR, IFS and Scheme Therapy

Comparing and combining EMDR, IFS and Scheme Therapy

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...

read more
Why are people reluctant to take antidepressants?

Why are people reluctant to take antidepressants?

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...

read more
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