Work-Life-Balance

In industrialized countries such as Germany and Europe in general, the work-life balance has steadily deteriorated in recent years, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. Many overtime hours, high pressure to succeed, constant accessibility via e-mails and telephone through smartphones, and the possibility to continue working at home by means of the … Work-Life-Balance

Aching scalp

Definition Sensory disturbances of the scalp that are accompanied by pain or even tingling or itching are called “trichodynia”. Translated, this actually means “aching hair“, as many people feel that the pain is caused by it. However, hair has no nerves and therefore cannot cause pain. Often the aching scalp is not clearly distinguishable from … Aching scalp

Diagnosis | Aching scalp

Diagnosis The diagnosis is usually based on the symptoms and questioning of the patient. In order to find out if there is tension in the shoulder, neck and throat area, the doctor will palpate these areas. If it is a fungus on the scalp (tinea capitis), a smear can be taken from the inflamed and … Diagnosis | Aching scalp

Duration of pain | Aching scalp

Duration of pain The duration varies depending on what is causing the pain. If the pain is caused by influenza, it usually disappears again after a few days. Tension, stress and mental illness must be treated accordingly. In some cases earlier, in others later, the accompanying symptoms improve or disappear with successful treatment. The painful … Duration of pain | Aching scalp

Depression or burnout?

What is depression? Depression is a mental illness characterized by 3 main symptoms: For a diagnosis of depression, at least 2 of these symptoms must occur. Depression is divided into mild, moderate and severe. When a severe depression is diagnosed, all 3 main symptoms occur. A clearly depressed mood with deep sadness A pronounced drive … Depression or burnout?

How is depression different from burnout? | Depression or burnout?

How is depression different from burnout? A burnout syndrome has a relatively clearly identifiable cause in most cases. The most susceptible to a burnout syndrome are people who have high expectations of themselves, who perform well in their jobs and who do not admit to being overtaxed at first, but always go beyond their performance … How is depression different from burnout? | Depression or burnout?

Occupational Disability

An accident, burn-out or chronic back problems, no one is immune from health problems. Statistically, “one in four employees has to give up their job prematurely or retire completely from working life for health reasons,” according to the German Pension Insurance. In addition to health concerns, the question then often arises of how to compensate … Occupational Disability

Weakness attack

Introduction An attack of weakness is a short, spontaneously occurring state of physical weakness, which in extreme cases can also lead to loss of consciousness. The weakness attack can be accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, trembling, greatly accelerated breathing (hyperventilation), impairment of sensory functions such as vision or hearing and palpitations. Weakness attacks … Weakness attack

What are the signs of weakness? | Weakness attack

What are the signs of weakness? Before the onset of an attack of weakness, symptoms, quasi the first signs of chronic exhaustion, can occur in advance. General weakness and powerlessness, long-lasting tiredness and feelings of exhaustion are among them. In addition, this “preliminary stage” can be accompanied by a lower ability to work under pressure … What are the signs of weakness? | Weakness attack