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Addiction
Addiction
Featured · 2024-09-01 · 9 min read

Nicotine & Alcohol Addiction: A Doctor's Honest Guide to Breaking Free

Nicotine and alcohol are two of the most addictive and widely available substances in the world. This article explains what addiction really is, why willpower alone rarely works, and what genuine recovery looks like.

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Dr. Sachit Sogani
9 min read · Consultant Psychiatrist
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DepressionDepression
2025-05-01  ·  7 min read
Understanding Depression: More Than Just Feeling Sad
Depression is one of the most misunderstood conditions in medicine. It is not weakness, not a choice, and not simply sadness — it is a complex medical illness that responds well to proper treatment.
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Sleep HealthSleep Health
2025-04-01  ·  6 min read
Why Good Sleep Is the Foundation of Mental Wellness
The relationship between sleep and mental health runs far deeper than most people realise. Poor sleep is not just a symptom of mental illness — it is also a significant cause of it.
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OCD & AnxietyOCD & Anxiety
2025-03-01  ·  7 min read
OCD: Separating Myth from Medicine
OCD is far more than being organised or liking things a certain way. It is a debilitating condition that can rob people of hours each day — and one that responds remarkably well to the right treatment.
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RelationshipsRelationships
2025-02-01  ·  6 min read
When to Seek Marital Counselling — and Why It's a Sign of Strength
Seeking help for your relationship is not a sign that things are broken. It is one of the most courageous, loving things a couple can do — and the earlier, the better.
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Stress & BurnoutStress & Burnout
2025-01-01  ·  6 min read
Burnout Is Not Laziness: A Psychiatrist's Perspective
Burnout has reached epidemic proportions — yet society still dismisses it as not working hard enough. As a psychiatrist, I want to set the record straight on what burnout actually is.
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Child PsychiatryChild Psychiatry
2024-12-01  ·  8 min read
ADHD in Children: Early Signs, Diagnosis & What Parents Need to Know
ADHD is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed — and misunderstood — conditions in childhood. Here is what parents and carers should know, and when to seek professional guidance.
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AnxietyAnxiety
2024-11-01  ·  7 min read
Anxiety: Understanding the Worry That Won't Switch Off
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in the world — yet it remains deeply misunderstood. Learn what it actually is, why it happens, and how it can be effectively treated.
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Sexual WellnessSexual Wellness
2024-10-01  ·  9 min read
Sexual Health & Wellness: A Psychiatrist's Guide to Common Concerns
Sexual health is an essential part of overall wellbeing — yet it is one of the most stigmatised and least-discussed areas of medicine. This article addresses common concerns with clinical honesty and compassion.
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