Insighty Therapist

06/02/2025

12/03/2023

SAY NO TO SU***DE
It’s estimated that around 15 per cent of the adult population will experience depression at one point or another throughout life. And, accordingly to the World Health Organization, that means there are currently over 300 million people in the world currently living with depression. Whatever the cause, for some of these people, the emotional pain will become too much and they will consider su***de as an option of escape. In fact, around 800,000 people go through with su***de every year, and for each of those, there are around 25 times more su***de attempts.
There are many factors alongside and including depression and mental illness that influence a person’s decision to go through with su***de: chronic ill health, guilt, trauma, substance abuse or loss, for example. The tragic thing is that many of those who consider su***de don’t really want to die; they just don’t know how to deal with the pain they’re experiencing.
If you’ve ever been suicidal or know someone that has, you’ll know that without help, escaping that feeling of wanting to end it all is difficult. If you’re having difficulty opening up to people close to you, visit a counselor or a mental health practitioner for help about your problems, Or call us on +260979570103 or simply simply click our WhatsApp button and write a message to us. Remember connection prevents su***de. YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS.

16/02/2023

AMNESIA
Amnesia refers to the loss of memories, including facts, information and experiences, people with amnesia — also called amnestic syndrome — usually know who they are. But they may have trouble learning new information and forming new memories.
Amnesia can be caused by damage to areas of the brain that are vital for memory processing. Unlike a temporary episode of memory loss, called transient global amnesia, amnesia can be permanent.

Symptoms

Trouble learning new information.

Trouble remembering past events and previously familiar information
False memories that are either completely invented or are real memories misplaced in time.

Confusion or disorientation

Causes

Brain surgery, head injury or trauma.

Stroke.

Alcohol abuse.

Seizures.

Prevention

Don't drink large amounts of alcohol.

Wear a helmet when bicycling and a seat belt when driving.

Treat infections quickly so that they don't have a chance to spread to the brain.

Get immediate medical treatment if you have symptoms that suggest a stroke or brain aneurysm. Those symptoms include a severe headache, feeling numb on one side of the body or not being able to move one side of the body.

15/02/2023

Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest and can interfere with your daily life. It can affect how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of Emotional and physical problems, you may have trouble doing normal day to day activities and sometimes you feel as if life isn't worth living. If you notice these symptoms then visit your nearest clinic or call us

Signs and symptoms
Mood: anxiety, apathy, general discontent, guilt, hopelessness, loss of interest, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, mood swings, or sadness

Sleep: early awakening, excess sleepiness, insomnia, or restless sleep

Whole body: excessive hunger, fatigue, loss of appetite, or restlessness

Behavioural: agitation, excessive crying, irritability, or social isolation

Cognitive: lack of concentration or slowness in activity

Weight: weight gain or weight loss

Also common: poor appetite, rumination, or suicidal thoughts

TREATMENT
Medications
psychotherapy
Talk therapy

08/02/2023

Social Anxiety Disorder

Social anxiety disorder — sometimes known as social phobia — is a type of anxiety disorder that causes anxiety or fear in social settings.Someone with this disorder has trouble talking with people, meeting new people, and attending social gatherings. They may feel anxious about others judging or scrutinizing them.They may understand their fears are irrational but feel powerless to overcome them.

Symptoms of social anxiety disorder
For a person with social anxiety disorder, social interaction may lead to:

blushing

nausea

sweating

trembling or shaking

a rigid body stance

difficulty speaking

feeling as if their mind goes blank

dizziness or lightheadedness

rapid heart rate

Psychological symptoms may include:

intense worry before, during, and after a social situation

avoiding social situations or trying to blend into the background if you must attend

self-consciousness and fear of doing something embarrassing

concerns that others will notice you’re stressed or nervous

feeling a need to consume alcohol to help face a social situation

missing school or work because of anxiety

Treatment for social anxiety disorder

-Counseling therapy
-Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT):
-Acceptance and commitment therapy

04/02/2023

CAREER COUNSELING
What is it? Career Counseling is a process that will help you to know and understand yourself and the world of work in order to make career, educational, and life decisions.
Career development is more than just deciding on a major and what job you want to get when you graduate. Your career development is a lifelong process that, whether you know it or not, actually started when you were born! There are a number of factors that influence your career development, including your interests, abilities, values, personality, background, and circumstances. It really is a lifelong process, meaning that throughout your life you will change, situations will change, and you will continually have to make career and life decisions. The goal of Career Counseling is to not only help you make the decisions you need to make now, but to give you the knowledge and skills you need to make future career and life decisions. If you have been stuck on deciding on what sought of career you would love to achieve seek professional help by asking a career guidance personnel for help, at your school, maybe your parents or you can contact us @ +260767002955 . Insight Therapy Discovering you.