Psychology
A psychologist is someone who has completed a degree in psychology. Psychologists study human experience and behaviour and support their patients through talk therapy. Their core skills include listening, observing and interpreting thoughts and emotions in order to help solve problems and encourage positive behavioural changes. They may work in a wide variety of fields, such as occupational, educational or sports psychology.
Antidepressants and weight gain: Which medicines affect weight?
Antidepressants are among the most important medicines used to treat depression and are also used to treat other mental health conditions. Depending on the active ingredient, they can have varying effects on appetite, metabolism and body weight.
The gut-brain axis: How the gut affects mental health
Stress affects the stomach, and excitement gives you butterflies in your tummy: the gut and the brain are constantly connected. Find out here how the gut-brain axis works and what role diet, the microbiome and the mind play in this.
Digital Detox: How to reduce screen time and mobile-related stress
Our brains are not designed to cope with a constant barrage of digital stimuli. The consequences can include stress, lack of sleep and a shortening attention span. But how can we break the cycle of constant screen use and short-term rewards?
Smartphone addiction: recognising the signs and regaining your concentration
It is hard to imagine everyday life without smartphones. At the same time, the constant availability of messages, stimuli and new content can lead the brain to seek out quick distractions time and again.
Building resilience in children: What makes children strong
Children face many challenges, both big and small, in their everyday lives: arguments with friends, poor marks, disappointments, pressure to perform, changes within the family, or the feeling of not belonging. Not every child deals with these things in the same way.
Resilience: Coping with crises through inner strength
Resilience describes the ability to cope with difficult periods in life, setbacks and crises without losing one’s emotional balance in the long term. It helps people to deal with stress and regain stability after challenging experiences.
What to do about mental load? 10 practical tips
When countless to-do lists are whirring round in your head and the constant thinking and planning are leading to exhaustion, it’s time to do something about the phenomenon known as ‘mental load’. Women, who traditionally act as the ‘managers’ of family life, are often particularly affected.
Early-onset autism
Early-onset autism is considered one of the most severe forms of autism spectrum disorders. Children with this condition have significant problems in social situations and severe communication difficulties. They also display unusual play behaviour. Read on for the key facts about causes, symptoms and
ADHD – Causes, risk factors and treatment
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD for short, affects people of all ages. The main symptoms of ADHD are inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. These symptoms can have a negative impact in various areas of life, such as at school or at work.