Blogs
Enjoy collection of articles on various physical and mental health topics, by our team of experts.
Managing Stress in the Workplace: Techniques for a Healthy Work-Life
In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environment, stress has become an all-too-common companion for many employees. Excessive… Read more
Signs You Need to Consider Anxiety Treatment: Finding Support in Dubai
In today’s fast-paced world, experiencing anxiety has become increasingly common. While occasional anxiety is a normal part… Read more
Dealing with A Partner with Bipolar Disorder: Tips from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
“You are just overreacting!” “Mood swings is natural sometimes” “Don’t act like a maniac” “You must be… Read more
Answers to Questions You Have While Visiting a Mental Health Clinic
When you first consider seeking therapy, questions can race through your mind and keep you awake at… Read more
Stop Worrying with the Tips Shared by the Best Psychiatrist in Dubai
by Admin
Even though everyone experiences occasional worry, having too many anxious thoughts can quickly affect your general well-being.… Read more
How to Overcome Insecurity in Relationships? Learn from the Best Psychologist in Dubai
by Admin
It’s common and expected that maintaining a relationship will involve some level of anxiety. But some people’s… Read more
6 Ways to Boost Your Mental Health
Keeping up with your mental health can sometimes mean seeking support from a mental health professional, but… Read more
7 Productivity Tips
To Be More Focused & avoid Distractions We all have goals, ambitions, and to-dos, but sometimes we… Read more
5 Meditation Tips for Beginners
You’ve no doubt heard that meditation is good for you. It can help you feel calmer and… Read more
Holiday Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s Expect the intensity of holiday togetherness to breed some irritability, and take it in stride. Give… Read more
Tips to stay focused during online class
Remote classes may not have been your ideal plan this year, but now you’ve traded on-campus classes… Read more
Top Tips for Festive-Season Survival
Essential handy hints for stressful times The festive season is upon us and whether you are celebrating… Read more
Teach Your Teen to Set Emotional Boundaries
Learning how to set and maintain emotional boundaries is an important part of growing up. It is… Read more
Rewarding growth from stepping out of your comfort zone
Comfort zone is a psychological concept describing human tendency to be safe, certain and stress free. By… Read more
The Importance of Mental Health at Work
This pandemic has taken us all by surprise. It has forced us to adapt our daily lives,… Read more
Article Apology
It happens so often that even after apologizing, the issue becomes an argument and forgiveness is out… Read more
7 Strategies to Maximize a Break While Working From Home
For so many of us, a break from staring at our desktop display means… staring at our… Read more
Rewarding growth from stepping out of your comfort zone
Comfort zone is a psychological concept describing human tendency to be safe, certain and stress free. By… Read more
Do you know why women forget to show appreciation to themselves ?
by Jyotika Aggarwal
Women forget to show appreciation to themselves. Today, everything we do, we expect it to be par… Read more
We are our own best fortune tellers.
by Iva Vukusic
You may predict that an assignment you are working on will turn out great and feel confident… Read more
Work Burnout Syndrome
by Iva Vukusic
Work burn out syndrome stands for a progressive loss of will, energy and meaningfulness of one’s work… Read more
Diabetes in the Holy Month of Ramadan.
DIABETES IN RAMADAN SHOULD I FAST OR NOT? According to statistics in 2019 UAE population was around… Read more
Know why taking care of your mental health is equally important as physical health.
by Iva Vukusic
A holistic approach to disbalance and wellbeing. It is an ancient wisdom that only a healthy mind… Read more
ATOPY
by Dr Nafeesa Alwathaifi
Atopy refers to the genetic tendency to develop allergic diseases such as allergic rhinitis, asthma and atopic… Read more
5 Things you should know before bringing your child to a counsellor
by Sneha John
Suppose you are considering therapy for your child and are quite skeptical whether he/she will even try.… Read more
The flu season is here!
by Dr Khadijatou Aboulmaali M. Sid Ahmed
Is it safe to give cough and cold medicine to our children? Cough can be troublesome, especially… Read more
Prevention is Better Than Cure .. Get Your Child Vaccinated ..
by Dr Khadijatou Aboulmaali M. Sid Ahmed
Why should my child get vaccinated? Vaccines work by preparing the body to fight the germs that… Read more
Pediatric eczema
by Dr Khadijatou Aboulmaali M. Sid Ahmed
What do you know about eczema? Eczema is a skin condition that makes your skin itchy and… Read more
Constipation in children:
by Dr Khadijatou Aboulmaali M. Sid Ahmed
How often should my child have a bowel movement? It depends on how old he or she… Read more
Pediatric Asthma
by Dr Khadijatou Aboulmaali M. Sid Ahmed
What Is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic disease of the tubes that carry air to the lungs.… Read more
How do I know if my child has a food allergy?
by Dr Khadijatou Aboulmaali M. Sid Ahmed
A food allergy happens when the body reacts against harmless proteins found in foods. The reaction usually… Read more
The Right Apology can change your life.
by Jyotika Aggarwal
It happens so often that even after apologizing, he issue becomes an argument and forgiveness is out… Read more
BULLYING
by Jyotika Aggarwal
Bullying is a very serious concern gripping educational institutes around the world today. While schools adopt a… Read more
HYPERTENSION-THE SILENT KILLER- KNOW IT THE BETTER WAY
by Dr Nafeesa Alwathaifi
Hypertension or high blood pressure or BP is a common condition in which the long-term force of… Read more
Prevent Flu as Winter is at the door
by Dr Nafeesa Alwathaifi
The Influenza Virus is one of the most common source of infectious diseases. It is a highly… Read more
Vitamin D deficiency in UAE
by Dr Nafeesa Alwathaifi
Over 90 per cent of the UAE population is Vitamin D-deficient and the food industry is now… Read more
Happiness placed firmly at the top of the agenda
by Sailaja Menon
Unfortunately, unhappiness in all of its forms is a common affliction, regardless of societal status, race or… Read more
OVERCOMING POST VACATION
by Sailaja Menon
Although holidays are an exciting and joyful time for many, it is not unusual for people to… Read more
PERSPECTIVES ABOUT FINANCE IN A MARRIAGE?
by Sailaja Menon
HOW DO COUPLES DEAL WITH VARIED WORLD VIEWS AND PERSPECTIVES ABOUT FINANCE IN A MARRIAGE? 1.) It’s… Read more
A PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR CAN HELP!
by Sailaja Menon
ARE YOU FEELING STRESSED OUT AND YOUR LIFE IS OUT OF CONTROL? A PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLOR CAN HELP!… Read more
Job Satisfication
by Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar
A person’s happiness is by how much they enjoy their work. When working full-time, we spend about… Read more
Drive Live – Talks social media addictions
by Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar
Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar from LifeWorks talks us through the ethics of social media. Here is the… Read more
Unlocking Your Teenager: Tackling the Greys
by Jyotika Aggarwal
In an earlier blog, we discussed about how communication is the key that unlocks your teenager. How… Read more
Phone Detox
by Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar
Podcast – Radio- dudbaieye103.8 – Topic: Phone Detox Phone Detox – Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar 06 June… Read more
Why you ought to do stuff outside family and office
by Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar
When a client comes in to see me, one of the first questions I ask them is:… Read more
Decoding Depression- Common Variations
by Dr. Girish Banwari
Depression, like most other conditions, can manifest in varying intensity and scope. The symptoms we had discussed… Read more
Decoding Depression- Managing Your Condition
by Dr. Girish Banwari
“I don’t know why you say you’re depressed! You’ve nothing to feel sad about. Everything is going… Read more
Decoding Depression- Recognise the Symptoms
by Dr. Girish Banwari
For a while now, you have felt this great weight on your shoulders. You drag yourself out… Read more
Media Citation
by Dr. Girish Banwari
Be they expensive mobile phones, play stations, iPads, a kindle, laptops, cars or electronic equipment, men share… Read more
How to Unlock Your Teenager: The Privacy Factor
by Jyotika Aggarwal
It’s a Thursday night; midnight, in fact. Your almost-fourteen has been in her/his room, door firmly shut,… Read more
Gratitude
by Jyotika Aggarwal
Gratitude is most often felt by people when a tragedy strikes and they realize it could have… Read more
TIPS FOR UNDERSTANDING NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION
by Resha Erheim
While actively listening to a person, you nod your head to indicate that you understand and are… Read more
Cyber stalking develop mental condition and destroy lives
by Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar
Drive Live Talks Cyberstalking. Dr. Kirin Hilliar, psychologist at Lifeworks in Dubai, tells us how cyberstalking can… Read more
The Art of Communication and Body Language
by Resha Erheim
Have you thought about how well you communicate with other people? How your body language and what… Read more
Is Public Shaming an effective form of punishment?
by Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar
In recent years, as technology has become more advanced and accessible, there has been a growing trend… Read more
Keep a safe distance from toxic people
by Jyotika Aggarwal
Understanding why we need to stay away from toxic people is the first step towards maintaining a… Read more
Sleepless in Dubai? Maybe love; maybe it’s AD!
by Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
No sleep, no appetite, no enthusiasm for what’s happening around you? Maybe you’re in love, and congratulations… Read more
Teen-Trust
by Jyotika Aggarwal
Most of us can vouch that being a teenager was one of the hardest and confusing times… Read more
Why parents need therapy!
by Jyotika Aggarwal
Being a parent is perhaps the most rewarding role one can have. It makes you feel complete,… Read more
Why the secrets?
by Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
Why do you think couples struggle with being 100% honest? Unrealistic expectations It is human to lie… Read more
Can social media be an addiction?
by Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar
The simple answer is: Yes, it can. To the extent where it might even require professional intervention.… Read more
Post Concussional Syndrome (PCS)
by Dr. Sarah Almarzooqi
“Emergence and variable persistence of group of symptoms following a head injury” King (1997). Concussion is a… Read more
How it feels to be raised by a nanny
by Dr Anna Grazia Lecca
Dr Anna Grazia Lecca, clinical psychologist at LifeWorks, suggests that parents should set up a routine that… Read more
Improve your sleep habits!
by Resha Erheim
Sleep, that beautiful thing most of us do (or should be doing) for 7-8 hours every night… Read more
A Qualitative Study of the Perceptions of Mental Health Care in Kuwait
by Resha Erheim
A Qualitative Study of the Perceptions of Mental Health Care in Kuwait Read more
Public speaking anxiety
by Resha Erheim
A person’s happiness is by how much they enjoy their work. When working full-time, we spend about… Read more
Talk on ADHD
by Resha Erheim
A person’s happiness is by how much they enjoy their work. When working full-time, we spend about… Read more
Stress is the major cause of parental negligence
by Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
Depending on the age children may develop a subsequent phobia towards leaving a parent in even supportive… Read more
A really good read on attachment styles and why people lie.
by Dr Lavina Ahuja
In my work I always look at why people lie – we lie for a reason (we… Read more
Stress
by El-marie van Heerden
Stress! By Elmarie van Heerden – LifeWorks Personal Development Trainer All stress isn’t bad! Eustress can help… Read more
Emotional Empowerment – getting a grip on Thinking, Feeling and Behaving
by El-marie van Heerden
Emotional Empowerment – getting a grip on Thinking, Feeling and Behaving ! By Elmarie van Heerden –… Read more
Anger!
by El-marie van Heerden
Anger! By Elmarie van Heerden – LifeWorks Personal Development Trainer 1. Why are some people more prone… Read more
Motherhood: A conscious decision?
by Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
When was the last time you were in public and saw a child throwing a tantrum, with… Read more
Self Worth vs Self Esteem
by Susie Carr
Self Esteem Self-esteem is usually experienced through professional and personal achievement. Having a successful career or relationship… Read more
Self Worth for Women Dubai
by Susie Carr
Self Esteem Women often talk about having low or no self-esteem. Many do so because they say… Read more
Self Worth for Men Dubai
by Susie Carr
Self Stress and Change Our modern world changes so rapidly that many of us feel in a… Read more
Challenges for 21st Century Man
by Susie Carr
Notions of Manhood Recently, I read a comment online by a man who said, “Its not so… Read more
Self Worth – Understanding the steps to develop healthy self worth
by Susie Carr
Course Description When you have healthy self worth you value and respect who you are, express yourself… Read more
Prescription Drug Addiction
by Johanna Griffin
What is Prescription Drug Addiction? A prescription drug addict uses medications in a way other than for… Read more
Why Alcohol is Addictive
by Johanna Griffin
By Caroline Ryan BBC News Online health staff EFFECT OF ALCOHOL ON THE BODY Absorption of… Read more
Binge Drinking
by Johanna Griffin
What is binge drinking? Alcohol is the most widely used recreational drug. We have a culture of… Read more
Alcohol help in Dubai
by Johanna Griffin
Do you have problems with alcohol in Dubai? Often people will turn to alcohol because of stress… Read more
We Aren’t Built to Live in the Moment
by Dr Lavina Ahuja
We are misnamed. We call ourselves Homo sapiens, the “wise man,” but that’s more of a boast… Read more
13 Warning Signs You’re in a Codependent Relationship
by Dr Lavina Ahuja
Have you ever found yourself in a one-sided relationship where you felt as if you were the… Read more
Early School Time Disrupts Natural Sleep Wake Cycle
by Dr. Marie Thompson
Article By our Senior Psychologist Dr.Marie Thompson of LifeWorks Holistic LifeWorks Counselling & Training Read more
Do You Suffer From Select Sound Sensitivity
by Dr. Marie Thompson
Dr Marie Thompson, Senior Clinical Psychologist at LifeWorks Counselling & Training quoted in Khaleej Times Read more
Smoking Breaks During Working Hours Affect Mind’s Ability to Tackle Stress
by Dr. Marie Thompson
Dr. Marie Thompson, our Senior Clinical Psychologist talks about effects of nicotine on the human brain and… Read more
UAE residents gripped by anxiety disorders
by Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
Stress can cause acne and other skin problems Stress and anxiety are “common” ailments in the UAE… Read more
SUC 3rd Counselor Workshop attended by 50 schools from UAE
by Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
The counselor workshop aimed at providing trainings and lectures that are necessary to improve and strengthen the… Read more
Eating to the Limit
by Dr Anna Grazia Lecca
When Controlling Food Becomes your own Cheer-Leader Eating disorders are serious emotional and physical problems that can… Read more
GCC Healthcare Innovation Congress
by Admin
Lifeworks Counselling & Training UAE team is honored to take part at the GCC Healthcare Innovation Congress… Read more
Children’s Mental Health
by Admin
Children’s Mental Health is an essential part of children’s overall health. It has an interactive relationship with… Read more
Working With Infidelity In Couples Counselling
by Dr Lavina Ahuja
The aim of couple therapy is to facilitate a relationship for a couple this may involve a… Read more
Homesickness – Come Home To Yourself!
by El-marie van Heerden
Homesickness – Come home to yourself! By Elmarie van Heerden – LifeWorks Personal Development Trainer What is… Read more
Become Emotionally Empowered
by El-marie van Heerden
What is Emotional Empowerment? Emotional vulnerability is reflected in stormy, shallow, deteriorating or unsatisfying and destructive relationships.… Read more
DOES EARLY SCHOOL TIME DISRUPT UAE STUDENTS’ NATURAL SLEEP-WAKE CYCLE?
by Admin
The circadian rhythm is the body’s way of regulating the human wakefulness and sleep cycle. When this… Read more
FOCUS: CHILDREN USING TECHNOLOGY
by Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
A recent Huffington Post columnist sparked an online debate, with her 10 reasons for banning handheld devices… Read more
RULES FOR PARENTS WHEN IT COMES TO DISCIPLINE
by Admin
High parenting ideals often come crashing down around your ears when your much-longed-for-children. Article Agency: The National… Read more
FREE MEDICAL CAMP FOR WORKERS HELD
by Admin
Malabar Gold and Diamonds supported the event by supplying free medicine for the workers. Agency: Gulf News… Read more
THE GOOD WIFE?
by Admin
As market economics go the unpredictable way and money matters get more complicated. Agency: Khaleej Times Location:… Read more
LABOURERS GET HEALTH CHECKS ON DAY OFF
by Admin
Low income workers are given free medical tests at the Indian Consulate in Dubai. Agency: Uae-News Location:… Read more
AFTER-SCHOOL FUN IN ABU DHABI
by Admin
Tennis lessons on Sunday, piano on Mondays, football on Tuesdays, drama classes on a Wednesday… you get… Read more
Fear of Missing Out-Fomo-Demo
by El-marie van Heerden
Modern Life Makes the Fear of Missing Out Very Prevalent – Testing Modern life equals instant and… Read more
Lonliness
by Dr Lavina Ahuja
We don’t often think of loneliness as a feeling one experiences in a marriage or a relationship.… Read more
Smoking Cessation
by Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
Don’t give up giving up. Smoking remains the world’s major preventable cause of early death. Reductions in… Read more
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
by El-marie van Heerden
Occasional anxiety is not only normal, but it is an adaptive response that gets us ready to… Read more
Depression
by Dr Anna Grazia Lecca
This leaflet is for anyone who is depressed, or has been depressed, or who has a friend… Read more
Parenting – how To Raise Esteemed Children
by El-marie van Heerden
Surely all parents want the best for their children so that they can be equipped for life,… Read more
Fight High But Fight Right!
by Dr Anna Grazia Lecca
For most people a romantic relationship is the very center of their lives. It provides deep personal… Read more