Afternoons with Helen Farmer

We dove into the secret to happiness and how to measure personal success with Tanya Dhamarshi. Then, Helen was joined by Dr. Tamara Aldawery, family medicine consultant, and Dr. Summer Fakhro, clinical psychologist from Bahrain, for a difficult but important conversation about postpartum depression and how to recognize and diagnose postpartum psychosis. Plus, advertising strategist Ahmad Abu Zannad joined us in studio to explore how advertising is shaping modern identity.
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This episode explores the big topics shaping life in the UAE, from the growing second-hand market and how to become a savvy buyer or top seller, to the fascinating world of biohacking and longevity. We’ll also unpack what you need to know about rent increases at renewal, including your rights, fair fees and what should be included in your lease.
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Are you adventurous when it comes to trying new foods?
Courtney Brandt, Dubai-based food write, came back from the United States with some interesting snacks for Helen to try on air.
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Why are cardiovascular diseases on the rise among young adults? Dr. Georgie Thomas, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist & HOD - Burjeel, spoke about the different factors affecting the surge in cases and whether tracking gadgets can help enhance overall health.
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Would you ever quit your job to pursue a different career or passion? Amani Eltigani left behind her career in architecture to pursue pottery, art therapy and cognitive behavioural coaching.

Which brings us to our next question: are younger generations taking up more grandma hobbies? Mohammed Aissaoui, the founder of MyFarm, talks about an evident interest in gardening as more people visit his farm.

Plus, schools are around the corner, and Principal Lisa says this entails properly preparing children.
And finally, would you charge your children rent to teach them money management? Find out what financial expert Charis Marr has to say about this.
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