Are you a catastrophic thinker?

How to be more resilient

How quickly do you bounce back from life’s challenges? Do you crumble under pressure or are you able to rise above it and move on? The ability to recover quickly from difficulties is known as “resilience” – and it can be learnt.  In this episode, medical consultant Dr Green speaks to Tammy Dicks, the National Trauma Support Coordinator for ER24, about the quality of resilience, why you should nurture it, and how you can cultivate resilience in your life.  Some notable moments:  [00:03:00] The impact of chronic stress on your health  [00:03:48] Why is resilience important?  [00:04:55] Strategies to build resilience  [00:09:50] Lifestyle adjustments you can make  [00:14:55] Tips for calming interventions  Links you should know about:  Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6 [https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6]  Sign up to the Mediclinic Prime newsletter: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html]  Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to find a mental healthcare professional in your area:   https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=mental [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=mental]      Visit the Mediclinic Mental Health Service Page:  https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mental-health-services.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mental-health-services.html]  Visit the Doctor Appointment page, complete a short form, and the Mediclinic Engagement Centre will assist you in booking an appointment:  https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html]

The dangerous rise of suicide

On average, about 3 000 people die from suicide daily. And South Africa has the third-highest suicide rate out of all African countries. Yet despite these alarming figures, the subject is still taboo in many households.  In this episode, medical consultant Dr Green talks to Pebetse Matabane, a clinical psychologist from Mediclinic Legae Mental Health Services, about the rise of suicide in South Africa, the signs of suicidal behaviour and what to do if you feel suicidal. We also hear from a suicide survivor, who sheds light on her experience and the path she’s taking towards healing.  Some notable moments:  [00:03:20] Gerry Cupido shares her story of survival  [00:08:09] Signs of suicidal behaviour  [00:10:14] Risk factors to be aware of  [00:13:20] Why teenagers are particularly susceptible  [00:17:10] What to do if you think someone you know is suicidal  [00:21:16] How suicidal behaviour is treated  Links you should know about:  Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6 [https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6]  Sign up to the Mediclinic Prime newsletter: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html]  Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to find a mental healthcare professional in your area:   https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=mental [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=mental]       Visit the Mediclinic Mental Health Service Page:  https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mental-health-services.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mental-health-services.html]   Visit the Doctor Appointment page, complete a short form and the Mediclinic Engagement Centre will assist you in booking an appointment:  https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html]

Are you a catastrophic thinker?

Everyone has moments where they second-guess something they said or did, but for some, this line of thinking can deeply affect their mental wellbeing. Experts call this “catastrophic thinking”. So, how can you tell if your thoughts are spiralling out of control and when you should seek help?  Medical consultant and sports physician Dr Green talks to Bradley Knight, a clinical psychologist from Mediclinic Crescent Mental Health Services in Cape Town about the different types of cognitive distortion, or the ways in which our thoughts can be biased or twisted, affecting how we perceive reality.  Some notable moments:  [00:02:30] What is cognitive distortion?  [00:02:55] How to recognise signs of anxiety  [00:04:20] A look at catastrophic thinking and its effects  [00:06:30] The role of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)  [00:10:23] The link between personality traits and catastrophic thinking  [00:12:30] What is CBT?  [00:14:12] What is brain work recursive therapy (BWRT)?  [00:18:10] Mindfulness and other self-help strategies  [00:21:00] What to do when you experience catastrophic thinking  Links you should know about:  Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6 [https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6]  Sign up to the Mediclinic Prime newsletter: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html]  Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to find a mental healthcare professional in your area:   https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=mental [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=mental]      Visit the Mediclinic Mental Health Service Page:  https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mental-health-services.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mental-health-services.html]  Visit the Doctor Appointment page, complete a short form and the Mediclinic Engagement Centre would assist you in booking an appointment?  https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html]

What to know about hip and knee replacement surgery

For many people, conservative treatments for hip and knee pain can work wonders. But when pain becomes debilitating, it might be time to consider other options. In these situations, hip and knee replacement surgery can be life-altering. But what exactly do these surgeries involve?  In this episode of The Health Wrap, medical consultant and sports physician Dr Darren Green speaks to Dr Johan Charilaou, an orthopaedic surgeon from Mediclinic Cape Gate. They discuss how to determine if you need hip or knee replacement surgery, what you can expect if you undergo these procedures, and the newest advancements in the field.  Some notable moments:  [00:02:40] Signs of arthritis in the hip  [00:03:34] Signs of arthritis in the knee  [00:05:07] Other conditions that affect hips and knees  [00:06:40] Non-surgical options to consider  [00:07:55] Other surgical options to consider before hip or joint replacement therapy  [00:09:32] The importance of X-rays and MRIs  [00:11:13] What is total joint replacement surgery?  [00:13:05] The role of robotics in surgery  [00:16:45] How to prepare for surgery  [00:21:42] What is Mediclinic’s Care Expert Package and how can it help you afford surgery?  Links you should know about:  Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6 [https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6]  Sign up to the Mediclinic Prime newsletter: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html]  Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to find an orthopaedic specialist in your area:   https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=orthopaedics [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=orthopaedics]      Visit the Doctor Appointment page, complete a short form and the Mediclinic Engagement Centre would assist you in booking an appointment?  https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html]  Visit the Mediclinic site for more information on the Care Expert Product.   https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/care-expert.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/care-expert.html]

Disordered eating or eating disorder? The experts weigh in

In this episode of The Health Wrap podcast, multimedia medical consultant and sports physician Dr Darren Green discusses how we interact with food. When do we have a disordered relationship with food and when is it classified as an eating disorder? Dietitian Ingrid Schloss from Mediclinic Cape Town helps explain the difference between these conditions and Marcus Viljoen shares his personal story of dealing with disordered eating during his teenage years.   Some notable moments: [00:03:28] The signs of an unhealthy relationship with food [00:04:52] Marcus’s experience with disordered eating [00:07:55] The spectrum of eating disorders and disordered eating [00:09:58] What is anorexia nervosa? [00:11:32] What is bulimia nervosa? [00:13:39] What is binge eating disorder? [00:15:17] Causes of eating disorders [00:17:34] The link between personality types and eating disorders [00:19:14] Are certain population groups at greater risk? [00:21:50] Looking at orthorexia [00:26:22] How to help someone who has an unhealthy relationship with food [00:29:47] Tools that have helped Marcus to heal Links you should know about: Subscribe to The Health Wrap podcast: https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6 [https://mediclinic.link/fbbff6] Sign up to the Mediclinic Prime newsletter: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime/Online_Newsletters.html] Visit the Mediclinic Find a Doctor page here to locate a registered dietitian in your area: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=dietitian [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor.html?q=dietitian]  Would you like assistance in booking an appointment? https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor [https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/find-a-doctor/doctor-appointments.html]/doctor-appointments.html