Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a set of symptoms that affect focus, executive function and other cognitive abilities.
Receiving a mental health diagnosis as an adult can bring up many emotions, all of which are valid and normal.
A disorienting, yet very common, experiences is feeling upset, anxious, or sad when “nothing is wrong.” Why is this and what can you do?
The pursuit of happiness, or even contentment, is a common goal amongst humans. Naturally, people tend to want to lead the best life they can
Many folks with ADHD experience something called Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD). This is a form of emotional dysregulation.
Feeling stuck or frozen when faced with a task list is commonly known as “task paralysis.” It can arise for a variety of reasons, and can happen to anybody. So what’re the causes, and what can you do?
Going to therapy can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially for the first time. Knowing what to expect can ease some of this tension and prepare you for your first session. If you have any questions before, during or after meeting your counsellor, don’t be afraid to ask! They are there to assist you.
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.