Holidays are often filled with spending time with family, relaxation, giving and receiving gifts, and celebration. So why do so many people feel an increase in stress around this time of year?
You’ve probably heard of a panic attack before. The mirage of symptoms can be frightening, and sometimes misinterpreted as a heart attack or even stroke. Around 4% of Canadians will experience one in their lifetime. So what does a panic attack feel like?
To honour Movember, otherwise known as Men’s Health Month, I interviewed three men of different ages and professions to understand their experiences with mental health.
Life is messy, and there’s no secret that it’s tough to figure out what to do with our time here. The pressure to have a great career, a family, hobbies, and to travel, etc., starts the moment we enter school. At any age, it’s very normal to feel unsure about what path to follow. So,…
Fear, nervousness, stress, anxiety. We’ve all experienced these feelings at one time or another. But, when these feelings are far more intense than the average experience, or persist in the absence of a stressor, this can indicate an anxiety disorder.
Especially following the COVID-19 pandemic, many services, including therapy, shifted to online formats. While some returned to in-person, other businesses continued to offer an online option. Virtual therapy is pretty popular today, allowing counsellors to help more individuals. So does it really work as well as in-person?
In many cultures, self-worth is closely tied to an individual’s ability to be productive. This mindset can make it difficult to “allow” yourself to relax and feel like it’s okay to take a day off. But, emerging research indicates that dedicating one day a week to low-stress, low-responsibility activities can help to reduce anxiety, burnout,…
When your young one begins therapy, it can be a nerve-racking experience. It can be stressful not knowing how they’ll react, what they’ll discuss or what your part may be. To make the process smoother, we’ve compiled a list of tips to read before your child’s first session.
This year’s theme for World Mental Health Day is increasing accessible mental health resources for those affected by catastrophes and disasters. Read on for some facts about mental health in these circumstances.