Seeking Help...
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Confronting a Loved One's Embarrassing Behaviour
Relatives and friends can often act in ways that make you want to cringe. From laughing too loud to telling inappropriate jokes, wearing...
Exploring Poor Hearing
Poor hearing can have a negative effect on an individual’s quality of life, but many people find the condition and/or its treatments so embarrassing that they would...
Helping Someone Else Seek Help
Identifying someone else’s embarrassing condition can be awkward, but in the end it is the necessary first step towards helping someone you love get help. When you...
Incontinence During Pregnancy
Incontinence, or the involuntary leakage of urine, is common during pregnancy. Unfortunately, the sensation of leaking urine can be unnerving, accidents can be...
My Urine Has Gone an Odd Colour
Urine should usually be clear and a straw yellow – however, there are times that urine can turn all kinds of different colours. The cause is usually harmless –...
Preparing for a GP Visit
Embarrassing issues can greatly affect your physical and emotional health, but many times people delay in seeking help because they just don't want to let others...
Talking to an Adolescent About Hygiene
Teenagers know the basics of good hygiene. They understand the importance of washing each day, brushing their teeth and shampooing their hair but...
Talking to an Elderly Person About Hygiene
Most elderly people were once healthy, strong adults who took an interest in their appearance, or at the very least made sure they stayed clean....
Telling Someone About an Embarrassing Issue
Telling someone about an embarrassing issue requires privacy, kindness and respect. If you can't manage all three then wait until you can find a...
What are Boils and How Can I Treat Them?
Boils, also known as skin abscesses and furuncles, are caused by infections of a hair follicle and surrounding tissues. These infections cause a...
