Mariam El Halawani, MAATIC Psychological & Counselling Center In a short online based survey ATIC asked “how do you define shaming?” Immediately, clear patterns began to surface; (a) sources of shame can be both internal and external, (b) shame assumes a “norm” from which any

Art Therapy is well integrated in leading hospitals in UK, USA, and Singapore to name but a few, providing a specialized service, in the form of Eating disorder rehabilitation programmes. Art Therapy is a valued asset in the support of Eating Disorders and is an evidence-based treatment. Eating Disorders

Frantically trying to get the kids ready for the new school year? Does the act of juggling your children’s apprehension and your own anxiety for them sound familiar? You are most likely in the realm of transition yourself, as a forced participant or an active

“I feel so sad; I think I may have depression” – have you (or a loved one) ever felt this way? The ambiguity the surrounds mental illness is a problem that many societies face, especially ones where seeking mental health support could be seen as

Adult Colouring Books, A latest Craze with Therapeutic Value Food for thought, why are adult colouring books so popular? The therapeutic benefits of art are nothing new, one of the first psychotherapists to apply colouring as a relaxation technique was Carl G. Jüng in the

Depression is anger turned inwards Not being ashamed to talk to someone if a person is feeling low or if they see a sudden change in mood, is very important. Unfortunately, many are afraid to burden family and friends when experiencing intense emotions or see

We can’t deny the start of the Summer, especially here in Dubai where the heat makes us run indoors. With the arrival of summer we usually find ourselves with a change of pace, as the school year comes to and end and travelers start their