Stress is a part of our everyday lives. While a small amount is normal, repeated adverse events or constant pressures can result in chronic stress. When constantly on the go, it’s easy to overlook these 10 signs of strain you may be exhibiting:
Integrating regular exercise into your routine can help improve your mental health. For some, as little as ten minutes of activity can release endorphins, chemicals that boost mood.
Those struggling with mental health are often told they “just need to go outside more” or should “get some sun.” While it’s invalidating to assume that sunlight will magically resolve mental health issues, is there any merit to these claims?
Health anxiety, also referred to as “Illness Anxiety Disorder”(IAD) in the DSM-5, is characterized by excessive worry about having or getting a serious illness. Oftentimes, these beliefs are based on very little or no physical symptoms. However, IAD can cause hyperawareness of the body, making subtle symptoms feel much more persistent.
Accessing mental health services is an excellent step towards improving mental health, but it can be costly. Luckily, there are a few tax credits the Canadian government instills to assist in offsetting these costs.