Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 5 days 21 hours 20 minutes
Are you, or someone you know, a perfectionist? At what point does perfectionism become a disorder? In this episode, Dr. Tevin Naidu discusses the difference between perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD); as well as the diagnostic criteria and management for OCPD and OCD. DISCLAIMER: All information in this podcast is for educational purposes only. Listening to this podcast does not equate to a consultation between you and Dr...
With stress, anxiety and depression rates on the rise, it is vital that we all implement lifestyle changes that promote mental wellbeing. In this episode, Dr. Tevin Naidu provides 7 evidence-based ways to improve your mood without medication. Each of the tips are easy to understand and very practical - making the journey as simple as possible. DISCLAIMER: All information in this podcast is for educational purposes only...
If you still encounter sleeplessness or insomnia after implementing the 5 strategies using the CBT-I model (previous episode), it might be due to an insomnia disorder. In this episode, Dr. Tevin Naidu discusses the signs and symptoms of an insomnia disorder; the complications of an insomnia disorder; the difference between an acute and chronic insomnia disorder; and the pharmacotherapy required to treat an insomnia disorder...
While pharmacotherapy via prescription drugs is commonly used to treat insomnia or sleeplessness, the most effective treatment is via cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia or CBT-I. In this episode, Dr. Tevin Naidu uses the CBT-I model to provide you with 5 strategies to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer (with better quality sleep) and prevent frequent episodes of waking up during the night and not being able to fall back to sleep...
My name is Dr. Tevin Naidu, and my aim is to provide publicly accessible mental health education that is simplified, evidence-based and up-to-date. Because education empowers and prevention is greater than intervention. This podcast will equip you with the knowledge, skills and inspiration you need to enhance your physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being. Join me every Monday for expert advice and holistic solutions to your mind-body problems...
My name is Dr. Tevin Naidu, and my aim is to provide publicly accessible health education that is simplified, evidence-based and up-to-date. Because education empowers and prevention is better than intervention. This podcast will equip you with the knowledge, skills and inspiration you need to enhance your physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being. Join me every Monday for expert advice and solutions to everyday problems of living...
We've all experienced social anxiety or shyness but at what point does it become a disorder or phobia? In this episode, Dr. Tevin Naidu teaches you what is Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) aka Social Phobia; what are the risk factors for SAD; how to screen and diagnose SAD; and how to manage/treat SAD. DISCLAIMER: All information in this podcast is for educational purposes only. Listening to this podcast does not equate to a consultation between you and Dr...
Depression and Bipolar can have overlapping symptoms. In this episode, Dr. Tevin Naidu discusses the signs and symptoms of depressive, manic and hypomanic episodes; the difficulties in distinguishing between bipolar mood disorders and major depressive disorders; the difference between type 1 and type 2 bipolar mood disorder; and the 5 criteria that help differentiate between bipolar depression and unipolar depression. DISCLAIMER: All information in this podcast is for educational purposes only...
Many of us have experienced the loss of a loved one during this pandemic. In this episode, Dr. Tevin Naidu discusses the physical, social, cognitive, emotional and spiritual responses to a loss; what are the differences between bereavement, grief and mourning; what are the various models of grief theory; how to spot a prolonged grief disorder; and how to manage a complicated grief. DISCLAIMER: All information in this podcast is for educational purposes only...
When it comes to COVID-19, the term "recovered" has become a misnomer. In this episode, Dr. Tevin Naidu discusses what is Long COVID; the signs and symptoms of Long COVID; who is at most risk of developing Long-COVID; and how we should manage this chronic and debilitating condition. DISCLAIMER: All information in this podcast is for educational purposes only. Listening to this podcast does not equate to a consultation between you and Dr...