School refusal is a common problem among children and adolescents. It presents as a persistent refusal to attend school or difficulty attending school, often accompanied by severe emotional distress or anxiety. It can have significant impact on their academic, social, and emotional development.
These observations indicate that your child might be facing depression. It's important to remember that feeling sad or wanting to be alone occasionally is normal, especially when faced with challenging situations. Adolescents often experience intense emotions and seek independence from their families.
ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults, characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that significantly impairs daily functioning and quality of life.
Struggling to manage disruptive behaviours in your child? Our Family Therapist Ms Joanne Goh share her insights and how we can help.
Struggling to manage disruptive behaviours in your child? Our Family Therapist Ms Joanne Goh share her insights and how we can help.
Anxiety is a normal part of life and we all experience it. Anxiety is beneficial when it spurs us to take action, like study for an exam or complete a project by the deadline.
Eating Disorders are a group of serious psychiatric conditions characterized by distorted perception of our body shape and weight (e.g. worrying that we are too fat or our weight is too high).
Studies have found that functional bowel disorders account for up to 40% of cases which present to gastroenterologists (specialists in the digestive / gastrointestinal system).
Insomnia is common and a Singapore study found that it affects 15.3% of the local population. It is more than a night time problem and can adversely affect our entire day in terms of mood...
Couples will realise that the honeymoon phase does not last forever. After the first six months, they have gotten to know each other better and the relationship naturally becomes less passionate.
