By: Alissa Vieth, RD When we gather with others it is often going to involve food, especially with holidays or festive gathering when we get together with family and friends. Whether you are recovering from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or chronic dieting,...
By Dr. Vaunam Venkadasalam, Ph.D Erving Goffman (1963) defined stigma as a “deeply discrediting” attribute. A discredited attribute could be easily detectable, such as skin colour or body size, or it could be hidden but discreditable if disclosed, such as a criminal...
By Zahra Ali, M.Phil One evening, when I entered home after a usual day of work, I saw Phoenix, my dog, sitting in the corner of the balcony, wagging her tail but not approaching me. I noticed that her gaze and body posture were lowered, her ears were tucked back, and...
By Olivia Provost-Walker M.A. All our lives are filled with various events and situations that will produce a range of emotional responses. When we experience emotions deeply, these natural emotions can be particularly intense and painful, and in turn, we can develop...
By: Naiara Perin Darim, M.Psy Self-harm is observed in people of all ages and backgrounds and may have diverse types. It serves many functions and frequently develops into a pattern of behaviour that prevents individuals from achieving their life goals. There are some...
By: Michelle Lau, RD Ozempic. Why is every influencer and their friend using Ozempic? Will it help to lose weight? What’s the catch? Read on to find out. What is Ozempic? Ozempic is the brand name for a medication called semaglutide, which belongs to the family...
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