This post emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs of toxic or abusive relationships, including psychological abuse, and highlights the role of therapy in helping victims regain their power and break free from cycles of abuse.
This post highlights how Daylight Savings Time can disrupt our body clock, worsen depressive symptoms, and affect mental health, emphasizing the importance of self-care and preparation during this transition.
Halloween can be challenging for those with depression or seasonal affective disorder, and it’s important to support them by understanding their needs and offering comfort without masking or ignoring their struggles.
During Thanksgiving, it’s important to offer support and empathy to loved ones struggling with mental illness or grief, as your unconditional presence can help them feel less isolated and more open to seeking help.
Anxiety disorders are on the rise and can significantly impact daily life, but seeking counseling and treatment can help manage symptoms and improve well-being.
With suicide being a leading cause of death for teens, especially during the back-to-school season, it’s crucial for parents to recognize warning signs and intervene early to ensure their child’s mental health and well-being.
With the opioid crisis in mind, understanding the progression from tolerance to dependence to addiction is crucial, and knowing how to intervene and support loved ones through addiction recovery can help address this growing issue.
In recognition of International Youth Day, this blog highlights the negative effects of bullying, including cyberbullying, and peer pressure on youth mental health, while offering guidance for parents on prevention and support.
The Calgary Stampede, while a time for celebration, can create an environment that masks and exacerbates gambling and drinking addictions, highlighting the importance of recognizing risk factors, symptoms, and the need for early intervention.
A psycho-educational assessment can identify a child’s strengths, weaknesses, or hidden learning challenges, providing valuable insights to create a personalized learning plan and support their academic success.
