As the level of violence in video games has increased, so has concern for the effects on those who play - especially those who play a lot. Can aggressive and violent behavior be attributed to violence in video games? Or do those who play already have …
According to the estimation of the World Health Organisation, depression will become the second leading disease in the world by the year 2020. In Hong Kong, according to the survey conducted by the Department of Health in 2003/04, about 1.5% of the p …
Dissociative identity disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder) is an effect of severe trauma during early childhood, usually extreme, repetitive physical, sexual, or emotional abuse. Dissociative identity disorder is a severe form …
Caring for someone with a mental illness
Caring for someone with mental health problems bring unique challenges.
Mental health problems vary greatly in severity. Mild problems are common and can be helped with understanding and suppor …
What may be the effect of domestic abuse to the children that lived with domestic violence? Every year, millions of children witness a parent abusing another parent in their home. Many people may not be aware of the ramifications of domestic violence …
Megalife
There is a transient mood disturbance occurring 3-5 days after childbirth known as Postnatal Blues. This will affect 50-60% of mothers but usually resolves within about 2 days. Those with severe postnatal blues are at particular risk of …
Relaxation techniques are an essential part of stress management. Relaxation is invaluable for maintaining your health and well-being, and repairing the toll that stress takes on your mind and body. Almost everyone can benefit from learning relaxatio …
Child mental health problems_Aug
Mental health problems are affecting 10% to 20% of children and teenagers in the world. The exact cause of most mental illnesses is not known, but research suggests that a combination of factors, including heredity …
After graduating from medical school, Dr. Ho started her psychiatric training at the Maudsley and South London National Health Services Trust in London. She returned to Hong Kong in 2005 and continued her training at Castle Peak Hospital. She became a Specialist in Psychiatry in 2008. She attained a Master in Social Sciences (Criminology) in 2010.
