We all strive for self-improvement, but how often do we stick with our goals long enough to see real change? As it turns out, consistency is key, and science backs this up. Let me share my personal journey of discovery and how it relates to an exciting opportunity for mental health improvement. The …
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Small ‘t’ Trauma
In its simplest form, trauma can be defined as events that affect people’s sense of control and overwhelm our coping responses. These circumstances can cause people to avoid situations or seek to numb their feelings about what they cannot or could not control. Most of us are more familiar with big …
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Symptoms, Treatments, and Tips.
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression related to changes in seasons. It usually begins in the fall when the days get shorter and lasts through the winter. SAD doesn’t only happen in the colder months though. It can also affect people …
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Managing Stress During the Holidays
For many of us, the holidays are a time of expectations. Our social media accounts are filled with perfectly crafted images of decorated trees and colour coordinated wrapped presents, hot chocolate charcuterie boards with five different kinds of homemade baking. Do we have time for all of these …
Trauma & Motor Vehicle Accidents
Every year in Canada, over 250,000 people are involved in car accidents. These accidents are sometimes referred to as motor vehicle accidents (MVAs). These accidents are the leading cause of trauma and PTSD. It’s a common belief that an accident of any kind must be ‘severe’ to cause psychological …