If you’re facing difficulties, help is available—but it’s not always clear which type of support to seek. Many people feel confused about the roles of psychologists, psychiatrists, doctors, and psychotherapists. Here’s a simple guide to help you decide which professional might be the right choice for you.1. Education and TrainingPsychologist:Holds a degree in psychology.Specializes in […]
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Choosing, Formulating, and Following Through The start of a new year offers a symbolic opportunity to reflect on the past and set goals for personal growth. However, research shows that while many people make New Year resolutions, only a small percentage succeed in achieving them. This raises important questions: What types of resolutions should we […]
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) presents in various forms in adults, and precise diagnosis requires time and professional expertise. However, by answering the six questions below, you can gain a general sense of whether you might be in a group that exhibits symptoms of ADHD.Please read the following questions and rate yourself:NeverRarelySometimesOftenVery […]
What can I do against winter depression?Winter depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), affects some people annually, with some facing it for the first time and others encountering these challenges since relocating to Latvia.It is not necessary to endure the dark period of the year by taking the following precautions:Light: The lack of […]
In autumn more of my clients complain of fears, worries and depression. And this year, maybe due to the corona restrictions, it seems even more common than usual.Our brain has a wonderful ability: it can generalize. This means that it can create a general expectation from a few observations. This is very helpful in everyday […]
For more than half a year our lives have been shaped by the threat posed by Covid-19 and its consequences. And there is no end and no solution is in sight. With numbers still rather low, situation in Latvia looks good. But nearly everywhere else in Europa and the world we’re heading towards a second […]
Officially, Latvia is a western country, closely linked to the European Union. Riga is full of foreigners and tourists. Nevertheless, it is difficult in long term for many westerners to gain a foothold here and live happily ever after. These are some of the challenges foreigners in Latvia face: Long dark and cold winters are […]