Domestic violence also known as domestic abuse is a pattern of behavior in an intimate relationship that is used to gain and maintain control over a partner. The threats of actions or the actions themselves are used to frighten, hurt, gaslight, and manipulate the victim. The abuse can be: Physical Sexual Emotional Economic Psychological Do …
What is Social Anxiety? Feeling anxious and nervous in social situations is normal to experience, whether they are people we know or strangers. It is common to experience anxiety; for example, during a presentation or attending a formal event (Beyond blue, n.d.). Social anxiety is much more than the occasional nerves; the disorder involves an …
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References Although pregnancy termination, or abortion, is a challenging and difficult decision for women to make, it is a widely used and secure medical practice in Australia, given that one in four women undergo this procedure (Taft & Watson, 2008). While the physical effects of pregnancy termination are well-documented, the impact on a woman’s mental …
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What is Social Media Addiction? It is a term used to describe people who spend an excessive amount of time online; specifically on applications. According to the University of Technology (UTS) (Boroon et al., 2021), Facebook and Instagram are used by more than 3.6 billion individuals worldwide; Tiktok is the third most used platform (7.4 …
What is ADHD? ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is present in 1 in every 20 Australians. It is more common in boys. It is usually diagnosed in childhood and if it is untreated it can persist throughout adulthood; It was found that 3 in 4 children experience symptoms as they get older. Children with …
How do we define Dementia? This article will give a brief summary of the definition of dementia, its causes and some strategies you can implement to reduce the severity of symptoms and that will allow you to have a healthy lifestyle. Dementia is an umbrella term for loss of memory and other abilities that are …
What is Narcissism? Narcissism is a type of personality disorder in which the individual has a magnified sense of importance and a deep need for admiration and attention from others. They tend to lack empathy for others and seek troubled relationships (Mayo clinic, 2017). However, they hide behind a mask of confidence and deep down …
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Blossoming Minds Therapy acknowledges the traditional owners as the custodians of this land recognising their connection to land,waters and community. We pay our respects to Australia’s First Peoples and their elders, past, present and future.
