by Florina Lungu | Sep 1, 2024 | Addiction, Health and Wellbeing, Mind and Body Health, Stress and PTSD
Can I tell you a story? It’s a bit personal, but I think you might find it familiar. Not too long ago, my phone was everything. The first thing I reached for in the morning. The thing that magically appeared in my hand every time I had a spare moment. The last thing I...
by Florina Lungu | Aug 25, 2024 | Anxiety and Depression, Mental Health, Suicidal Ideation
It was a crisp, cold morning when I first met Sarah. The frost clung to the windows, creating delicate patterns that seemed almost too beautiful for the heaviness she carried. She walked into my office, her steps slow and tentative, as if the weight of the world...
by Florina Lungu | Aug 18, 2024 | Bipolar Disorder, Mental Health, Mindset
Let me tell you a story about a patient, let’s call her Sofia, who came to me one chilly November afternoon. The wind outside was biting, and the scent of damp earth lingered in the air as the first flakes of snow began to fall. Sofia walked in, her eyes wide with a...
by Florina Lungu | Aug 10, 2024 | Mental Health, Mind and Body Health, Stress and PTSD
As the summer sun begins to fade and the crisp autumn air starts to creep in, I find myself in a reflective mood. The end of vacation often brings a mix of emotions—nostalgia for the relaxed days, excitement for new beginnings, and sometimes a twinge of anxiety about...
by Florina Lungu | Aug 5, 2024 | Health and Wellbeing, Mental Health, Mindset
This topic is close to my heart, both as a medical doctor and as a parent. We often talk about the importance of mental health education in schools. Still, today, I want to explore something more nuanced and personal: the delicate balance between the roles of schools...