By Sian Green, Clinical Psychologist on 5FM The Power of Human Connection In a fast-paced, increasingly digital world, human connection is often reduced to messages, emails, and brief interactions. Yet one of the most powerful forms of connection remains something incredibly simple: a hug. In my recent radio interview on 5 Lunch for International Hug Day, Read more about Why Hugs Matter: The Psychology Behind International Hug Day[…]
Article by Nqobile Kweyama and Tamana Dhaja Having your child assessed can be important for several reasons, as it can provide valuable insights into their development, well-being, and educational needs. Here are some key reasons why assessing your child is important: Early Identification of Issues: Assessments can help identify developmental, cognitive, emotional, or behavioral issues Read more about Reasons for Psycho Educational Assessment[…]
Neurodiversity is a term that refers to the diversity of human brains and the natural variation in cognitive functioning.
Neurodivergent individuals are those who have neurological differences that may affect their thinking, behavior, and perception of the world. This includes conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and others. […]
Article written by: Dr Anize Van Zyl We live in a fast-paced society and a place where people expect an immediate response to everything; the expectation is that you should be available on your phone 24/7, immediately reply to emails, etc. If we do not comply with these requests, we are met with impatience. Read more about Anxiety in everyday life[…]
My recent interview with 702. Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja
Time Management check in on 702,. A little voice note for the Mental Health Check In moment from Sian Green in partnership with The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG)
I recently contributed to an article on Work From Home Burnout, which many people have been experiencing since COVID-19 took centre stage. To see the original article, take a look at Just Breathe, Digital Magazine Sian Green | Clinical Psychologist Burnout is often misunderstood and downplayed in this world of Productivity = Success. But it is real Read more about WFH Burnout[…]
Original publication: Just Breathe Digital Magazine, Issue 2 , June 2020 https://www.just-breathe.biz/ Sian Green | Clinical Psychologist What the hell happened. A ball of pandemic stricken anxiety just slam dunked me smack bang in the face… Anxiety is often seen as a dirty beast that needs to be abolished, driven to just vanish into thin air! Read more about ANXIETY IN PERSPECTIVE[…]
Let’s talk sex! Come as You Are by Dr Emily Nagoski A stripped down read on female sexuality and sexual functioning. In the book Come as You Are, sex educator Dr Emily Nagoski unpacks female sexual functioning. Talking genitalia, arousal, unhelpful and harmful sexual narratives learnt through childhood. This is a great read for all, Read more about Relationships under lock-down and a splash of sex![…]
Depression in Men or Covert Depression, at it’s core comes to the external expression of psychological symptoms. What does this mean? Well if someone struggles to show emotion, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they are just fine and dandy. They may be showing their symptoms in other ways – external ways! Myself and colleague Marteleze Read more about Depression in Men[…]
