Postpartum depression is a condition that may affect a mother who has just given birth. Some people believe that emotional issues after birth are harmless and can just go away on their own. With postpartum depression, however, the problem takes firm root and needs to be addressed properly. Postpartum depression can go away in time,…
Psychotherapy involves a variety of methods that aim to improve the mental and emotional health of patients. Therapy has, of course, evolved over time. One of the most notable forms is cognitive behavioral therapy, also known as CBT. CBT is a highly effective form of therapy, . What makes CBT unique and useful at the…
The things that we expose ourselves to can have a significant effect on our health. The air we breathe, the food weeat, and the things that we do can all affect us. These things can play a role in contributing to our physical state. It’s good to prioritize physical health, but mental and emotional…
Sleep is an essential part of our lives. Thanks to sleep, our bodies and brains recover from the stresses and tolls that the day brings. Sleep is when your body repairs all the damage that it can. Naturally, not getting enough sleep can seriously harm the body as a result. Lack of sleep has many…
You’re well past your bedtime, but your smartphone and laptop are still keeping you up. You know that you have to start your day early tomorrow morning, but you just can’t seem to close your gadgets for fear of missing out. You recognize that your attachment to social media may not be healthy anymore,…
Not everyone has a positive predisposition towards counselling and therapy. Contrary to what some people may believe, one does not have to be ‘crazy’ or be ‘deficient’ to seek therapy. We all have a coping mechanism when problems and stress come into our lives. However, there are times when we may need professional support when…
A happy 2019 to you! It’s that time of the year again when we make a list (whether physical or mental) of things that we want to change in our lives. Most of the time, our New Year’s resolutions include saving money, traveling, and spending more time with our loved ones. We’ll also suddenly become…
The years of high school, college and university can be some of the most exciting times in a young person’s life – when they are meeting new people, having new experiences, taking risks, leveraging, opportunities, and expanding their horizons. However, during these years young adolescence also experiences some of the most highly pressured times in…
For many young adults depression can be a serious issue. This is particularly true for those who increasingly burdened by the challenges of higher education, the stress of working while attending university, dealing with finances, or even feeling isolated after moving away from home. But young adults are not always equipped to know when they…
Lots of changes come with the fall months. Temperatures drop, leaves change into beautiful colours, and the days begin to get shorter. These shortened days reduce our exposure to sunlight, interrupting our body and brain’s natural cycles. This lack of sunlight can lead to seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and poor sleeping patterns. Unsurprisingly, these seasonal…
