About the author

Laetitia Booysen

<p>Laetitia Booysen holds a BA degree with a major in Sport Science and Psychology, as well as a PGCE in Educational Psychology and Sports Sciences from the University of Stellenbosch. In 2009, she worked at a state hospital alongside a Clinical Psychologist and during this time she developed a passion for psychology and human behavior. She went on to complete an Honours degree in Psychology at her Alma Mater in 2010.</p><p>Laetitia suffered from bulimia nervosa during her teen years and into her mid-twenties. In 2010, she was also diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Her personal experience with both illnesses motivated her to study both in her Honours year.&nbsp;</p>