Anxiety is a natural emotion that everyone experiences; moderate levels of anxiety are a part of everyday life. It can protect our safety in sudden emergencies and motivate us to plan for the future. However, when a person experiences persistent and excessive anxiety across emotional, cognitive, behavioural, and physical dimensions, they may have an anxiety disorder. This article will discuss how to recognise the symptoms of anxiety disorders so that individuals, along with their family and friends, can take proactive steps toward addressing them and emerging from the shadows of anxiety.

Insomnia has become a widespread issue in modern society. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about one-third of adults globally experience insomnia at least once a week. In Hong Kong, a survey conducted by the Chinese University of Hong Kong revealed that nearly 70% of HongKongers have experienced insomnia in the past six months. In this article, we will examine the psychological causes of insomnia and provide practical tips to help improve sleep quality.

Does sweltering heat make frayed tempers and emotions literally hit the boiling point? One often overlooked fact is that high temperatures could not only make people sweat and feel dizzy, but also cause mood swings and ‘emotional heatstroke’! Recent studies have found that our mental health is closely associated with temperature levels, the hotter the weather, the more adverse effects there could be for our mental wellbeing.