No man is an island. Whilst it’s tempting at times to pretend that other people don’t exist, we need friends, peers, co-workers and family members, in order to be productive, emotionally stable and satisfied. You can imagine then how much it costs a person when he or she has Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). To be… Read More »
At the end of a tiring, hectic day, all you need is a good 6-8 hours night’s sleep. Sleep is mandatory for body’s proper functioning and good health, however, its full benefits are yet to surface. Most people sleep at night, but due to night shifts and duties, some go to bed post sunrise. Sleep… Read More »
If you believe you have a sleep disorder or if you’ve already gone to your family doctor and he / she has diagnosed you with a sleep disorder, the next step is likely a sleep study to confirm these findings. Patients who get referred to a sleep center or a sleep disorder clinic undergo a… Read More »
For a long time, Social Anxiety Disorder has been termed as the ‘neglected’ anxiety problem. Many, even those in the mental health profession, dismiss it as mere shyness or social awkwardness. It is only in recent years that there is the recognition that social anxiety is actually a debilitating and chronic illness, one that affects… Read More »