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Dr Wilma Kruger-Steyn
Dr Wilma obtained her medical degree from Stellenbosch University in 2000 and completed her internship and community service at Potchefstroom Hospital. She then moved to Canada with her husband where she worked as a GP for two years in The Pas, Manitoba. While bringing her family back to South Africa, she worked in the private and state sector in Endocrinology and Female & Breast health. After gaining considerable life experience, she specialised in Psychiatry at Stellenbosch University. As a General Psychiatrist she is passionately committed to providing a holistic and individual mental health care to both adolescents and adults.
Mental Health Awareness
The focus of mental health awareness is being observed to raise awareness about the importance of seeking help for those who are suffering from mental illnesses. Mental health is a crucial aspect of life and work life that needs to be discussed and taken care of.
Mental health is important for the at home and in the workplace because it has an effect on the productivity, creativity, and well-being of the employees. It can also affect their relationships with co-workers, their supervisors, and their clients.
Mental illness can be managed through treatments like therapy, medication or lifestyle changes. These treatments are helpful in managing mental illness but they are not a cure. Workplaces should have policies in place to help employees manage mental illness while they are at work.
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Anxiety Disorders
When people are feeling anxious, they are most likely reacting to situations that they think will happen in the future. This type of anxiety is triggered by the thoughts that are about to happen, and it can prevent them from focusing on other things. Most people experience anxiety at times. It can be triggered by a variety of factors, such as stressful events or changes in their lives. If it persists for more than a few days, it could be considered a serious issue.
Depression
Depression is a mental illness that typically affects people who feel hopeless, depressed, or uninterested in life. It can affect a wide range of activities, such as taking care of family, going to school, and working. Depression can also manifest in various ways, such as changes in appetite, sleep, and energy levels. It can also trigger thoughts of suicide. Currently, it's believed that the illness is caused by a combination of factors. Although depression can appear at any age, it usually begins in adulthood. It can be triggered by various factors, such as stress and anxiety.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is also known as manic depression illness. It is a brain disorder that causes extreme mood swings, energy and activity levels. This can lead to difficulties in daily tasks. In some cases, you might be initially diagnosed with clinical depression. However, you may experience a manic episode later on (sometimes many years later). After which you could be diagnosed as bipolar disorder. An episode of depression can cause overwhelming feelings of worthlessness and may lead to thoughts of suicide.
Loss & Grief
Getting over the death of a loved one is not easy. It can be hard to accept and cope with, especially if the topic is not talked about. The process of mourning is a natural part of the grief process. It can last for months or years. It is important to allow yourself to feel the pain of the loss, even if it’s temporary. Eventually, these feelings will need to be resolved.
Mental Health Quality...
The importance of improving your mental health quality is to make sure that you are living a happy and healthy life. It is important to take care of your mental health because it can affect other aspects of your life. Improving your mental health quality can be done by participating in activities that make you happy, such as going for a walk, reading, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family.
Improving your mental health quality can also be done by making sure you have the right balance between work and play. You should not spend all day working or doing nothing but playing. You should find a balance between work and play so that you are able to enjoy both parts of life without feeling stressed or overworked.
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Quality of Life
Mental health is the level of emotional, psychological and social well-being of a person. Your mental health is a state of mind that can be influenced by various factors such as genetics, environment, lifestyle and relationships.
Mental health has a significant influence on quality of your life. It influences how people feel about themselves, how they think about their lives and how they cope with their day-to-day lives. Mental health affects your daily life in many ways such as work performance, relationships with other people and your own mental well-being.
A person’s mental health can have an effect on their day to day life in many ways such as work performance, relationships with other people and their own mental well-being.
Mental Health FAQ's
You should always talk to a professional 1st if possible but if your mental condition is regarded as a threat to society, a court can order you to be committed to a mental institution with or without your consent. You may be admitted as soon as a bed is available.
A psychiatrist can be consulted at any time once symptoms related to mental health and illness arise. In South Africa people can consult a psychiatrist in private practice (which is paid for by a medical aid or in cash by the patient) or in public services.
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Do not take the risk of disregarding your mental health! We live in stressful times and the pressure society puts on us is ever increasing and after all quality of life is what makes us happy.
If you feel anxious and stressed and you feel you are overwhelmed it is wise to seek help and talk to a caring medical professional like Dr Wilma, so do not hesitate contact us today!
