May 11, 2021|Mental Health We all know we have been living through extraordinary circumstances since early last year. But what we may not be aware of is how dramatically these unprecedented times have impacted our mental health. Or, if we are aware, we may not realize how intense or long-lasting the effects can be. To …
July 13, 2021|Mental Health, Self-Care We all have conversations with ourselves, whether we realize it or not. Our subconscious minds are constantly speaking to us, sending messages about the things we see, feel, or perceive. Most of the time these messages are relatively trivial, like “I should make lasagna for dinner”, or “I forgot to …
August 17, 2021|Mental Health The Government of Alberta recently dedicated $7.3 million to youth mental health to be spent over the course of three years, expanding the network of programs and support available to young people in our province. This investment in child and adolescent mental health will have far-reaching impacts, making it easier for …
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October 19, 2021|Mental Health As a society, we tend to see the psychological impact of pregnancy loss as a female experience. But while pregnancy loss primarily affects expectant mothers, it is important to remember miscarriage is a familial loss— hopeful fathers, siblings, grandparents, and even supportive close friends all feel the reverberations of such a …
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November 9, 2021|Mental Health Would others feel comfortable speaking about mental health with you? Do you make those around you feel safe and supported by using positive, stigma-free mental health language? The way we welcome conversations about mental health is integral to addressing stigma and ensuring timely and adequate treatment for anyone who may be …
anuary 25, 2022|Mental Health We know that many people who struggle with poor mental health do so in silence. We know that 39 per cent of Canadian workers would not tell their managers if they were experiencing a mental health problem. And we know that 60 per cent of people with mental health problems and mental illness won’t seek …
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March 17, 2022|Mental Health You’re overwhelmed and feeling stuck. You know the ebbs and flows of life are inevitable, but lately they’ve been coming at you faster than ever, and you can’t seem to catch a break. You find yourself craving comfort and stability. You know you should be pushing forward, but the thought of …
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June 14, 2022|Mental Health High inflation rates disproportionately hurt low-to-middle income families and individuals, leaving them vulnerable to food insecurity, debt accumulation, and the erosion of savings accounts or contingency funds. This phenomenon is often referred to as inflation stress, and it’s taking its toll on Canadians. Recently, a study found that 1 in every 3 …
July 7, 2022|Mental Health Have you ever shared a problem with someone, only to have them reply with “Well it could be worse!” or “Look on the bright side!”? If so, you’ve experienced toxic positivity and you likely didn’t even realize it was happening. Toxic positivity (AKA toxic optimism) is a bit of a phenomenon …
June 15, 2021|Indigenous Mental Health The ripple effect of trauma is felt long after the traumatic event occurs. This is true for any form of trauma, but it is especially true in the case of trauma caused by residential schools. Trauma is the psychological and emotional equivalent of a physical wound. When a deeply distressing …
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