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When the attack on Iran began, I happened to be on a short visit to Saudi Arabia. Between a busy schedule and the rhythm of Ramadhan, I had not been following social media or the news as closely as I...

Mrs A was in her forties when she attended my clinic with symptoms of depression and severe sleep disturbance following a major argument with her husband. She described him as emotionally abusive and...

It was around 7 pm when the doorbell rang. My 28-year-old son was sitting in the living room. He rushed to open the door, only to find two young boys standing outside. “Sorry, uncle, can we have our...

The Korean film 'No Other Choice' begins with Yoo Man-su, a manager at a paper factory, enjoying a barbecue with his wife, two children and their dogs. It is an ordinary moment, comfortable,...

I recently attended a well-being at work event in Muscat where experts from around the globe presented their initiatives in this field. The discussion was fascinating, and I was happy to see...

Mrs B, a 45-year-old mother of four, came to my clinic feeling sad with frequent anxiety attacks, losing interest in almost everything and having self-doubts about her ability to do her job. She was...

Last weekend, I had a virtual friend visiting from abroad, accompanied by his friend “let’s call him Mr A” whom I had never met before. After being introduced, Mr A and I started talking as if...

Last weekend, I invited my 25-year-old son out for hot chocolate. Halfway through the drive, I told him, “You get to pick the café — and you’re paying”. His usually serious expression...

My son recommended that I watch the documentary Stutz, saying, “I’m sure you’ll enjoy it, as it talks about the life of a psychiatrist.” I quickly stopped him from spoiling the plot and added...

As we reach the end of the year, I find myself reflecting on my personal and professional journey. I think about what I achieved, what remains unfinished and what lessons have shaped me.This year, I...

Mr A came for therapy following the death of his mother from cancer. She was his main source of support, especially since his father died when he was a child and his mother brought him up on her own....

Salim, a 30-year-old employee in a private company, arrives late for his therapy session. He had just finished his evening master’s classes, a degree he had long dreamed of pursuing to advance his...

I have recently travelled on a holiday to Vietnam with my twin sons. It was a great opportunity to enjoy nature, learn about Vietnamese culture and heritage, and equally, get to know my sons a little...

Since my mother passed away last January, I find myself driving to her favourite spot on the beach, parking my car, getting out my folding chair, and facing the ocean just the way my late mother liked...

Mrs M came to her therapy session a little later than usual. She looked upset, and when asked, she told me that her supervisor had commented on her work, saying that the report she submitted...

Last week, a friend sent me a video of a psychiatrist citing a study that claimed 11 per cent of the population in Oman is depressed. My friend wanted to know if this was true and, if so, what might...

The South Korean drama “Bon appétit, your majesty” captured my attention not only for its amazing historical setting but for the warmth and subtle emotional lessons embedded within its story. The...

Mrs A is a 44-year-old housewife and a mother of three daughters. She was diagnosed with depression following the birth of her middle daughter, who had autism. At a recent consultation, Mrs A informed...

At a recent workshop, a colleague shared an incident that caused her frustration. She described a team member who seemed to constantly undermine her during meetings, interrupting her points,...

A few weeks ago, social media platforms shared the story of a man from northern Italy who decided to go out for a walk to calm his nerves after an argument with his wife, but the short walk turned...