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There is an unfortunate trend of a rise in eating disorders among the youth around the world. Dubai is no exception. In a recent article in the Khaleej Times, it was reported that children in Dubai, some as young as eight years old, are being treated for eating disorders.1 Observational data such as this reinforce […]

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects how easily a person falls asleep and how long they stay asleep. In the UAE, there is a high prevalence of insomnia. In fact, some studies indicate that up to 30 percent of people from the UAE experience insomnia at some point in their lives.1 Insomnia can be

In most articles about having a baby, the first thing that is usually said is that having a baby is one of the most joyful occasions for a family. There is no doubt that this can be true. However, it is also important to acknowledge that the arrival of a baby is a stressful period

Dubai takes its tech seriously. Even a brief visit to this city can solidify this notion. It is easy to see when people walk around with gadgets in places called Dubai Internet City. As early as 2017, the government made it its mission to transform Dubai by being intentional in adopting policies to be at

Anxiety does not have a single look. Some people have outward manifestations. They look stressed and jittery. Their hands can be sweaty. Others, however, do not look like they have any issues at all. They appear confident. They are calm. More importantly, they go about their day doing what they need to do without any

In places like Dubai and across the UAE, geographical boundaries are no longer as relevant as they once were. There are few reasons for this. One is increased globalization, which leads to more migration for jobs and opportunities. Another is that more innovative technology make it easier for people to move from one place to

It is hard to imagine anything more exciting and challenging than going to live in a different place. You can enjoy new food, weather, and even relationships. However, these changes can be overwhelming at times, even if the move was planned and prepared for. Culture shock is the feeling of confusion or anxiety over a

Loneliness is a universal emotion. It is not restrained by geographical boundaries, nor is it exclusive to any age group or gender. Although loneliness is a personal experience, most people define it as the outcome of when one’s desired level of social relationships is not met.1 It has been linked to a long list of

If there is one small change a person can make that will have a significant impact on one’s mental and physical health, it is getting more sleep.1 An adult needs at least seven hours of sleep daily.2 However, this is not always easy to achieve. In fact, research indicates that people living in Dubai are

There are some days when you feel like you are on top of the world. You get out of bed and you just know the world is your oyster. But then, there are some situations when the opposite happens. No matter how well you do, you can feel worthless and fake. The popular term for