News & Updates

24
May

Substance Use and the Exacerbation of Mental Health Disorders

Substance use and mental health disorders share a complex and deeply interconnected relationship. Psychoactive substances such as alcohol, cannabis, opioids, stimulants, hallucinogens, and sedatives can both worsen pre-existing psychiatric conditions and independently induce mood disorders or psychotic symptoms. In many cases, substance use masks underlying emotional distress initially, but over time contributes to significant psychological […]
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29
Apr

BIOPSYCHOSOCIAL MODEL OF MENTAL HEALTH

The biopsychosocial model of mental health is a comprehensive way of understanding mental health that looks at how biological, psychological, and social factors interact to influence a person’s wellbeing. It was introduced by George L. Engel as an alternative to purely medical models that focused only on biology. At its core, the model says that […]
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13
Apr

Autism: When Recognition is Not Yet Understanding

April arrives with a lot of awareness about autism. Schools post messages, organizations share awareness content, and timelines fill up with facts, stories, and personal reflections. On the surface, it looks like progress, and in many ways it is. More people now recognize Autism Spectrum Disorder than they did a decade ago. Parents are more […]
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07
Apr

10 Essential Wellness Tips for Your Health

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining good health requires intentional daily habits. Wellness is not just the absence of illness it’s a balanced state of physical, mental, and emotional well-being. At Dove International Wellness Centre, we believe that small, consistent lifestyle changes can lead to lasting improvements in your overall health. Here are 10 essential wellness […]
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02
Apr

AUTISM CASE SCENARIO

  Victor was born in a normal family setup. Parents were happy to get a newborn. A celebration similar to a common African household getting a bouncing baby boy. He was kissed and loved. He breastfed well and was a very active newborn. All the vaccinations were done, and Victor was kicking healthy. About his […]
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