Navigating Panic Disorder: Understanding, Coping and Supporting
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1M ago
The Relationship with Agoraphobia Agoraphobia is intense anxiety because of thoughts about being in situations or places where it can be difficult to leave or get help. The spaces are usually either open “such as parking lots, marketplaces, bridges) or enclosed, “such as tunnels, small rooms and elevators,” as well as “supermarkets, shopping malls and other crowded places,” including public transportation and unfamiliar environments. (9) People experiencing agoraphobia can feel trapped, helpless, or embarrassed as the worry that they may experience a panic attack overwhelms them. In some cases ..read more
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Good Food, Good Mood: The Link Between Nutrition and Mental Health
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1M ago
Good Food, Good Mood: The Link Between Nutrition and Mental Health Our brains are hungry. In fact, brain cells are by far the hungriest cells in our bodies. They make up only 2% of our body weight, but use about 20% of the food energy we take in. And that energy goes toward our mental health as much as our physical health. Many of us have experienced the close link between nutrition and mental health when we get “hangry,” that hunger-fueled mix of anger and irritability that consumes us when we skip a meal or forget to pack a snack. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. In fact, nutrition ..read more
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Interconnections Between Stress, Diabetes, Nutrition, and Mental Health
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2M ago
Interconnections Between Stress, Diabetes, Nutrition, and Mental Health Most people know that stress is something to reduce or avoid, but it may be surprising to learn how much it can affect our overall health and well-being. It’s especially true for people who are living with metabolic diseases like diabetes. Stress significantly affects our body’s ability to stabilize blood sugar levels and reach a manageable state. What’s perhaps more problematic is that it’s thought that close to 40% of those with diabetes are unaware they have it. (1) When imbalanced and uncontrolled, diabetes ca ..read more
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The Psychology of Debt
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3M ago
1. Munster, R. (2023 April 8). How Understanding the Psychology of Spending Can Improve Your Financial Well-Being. MoneyFit, by Debt Reduction Services (DRS). Retrieved November 6, 2023 from https://www.moneyfit.org/psychology-of-debt-unders… 2. Consumer Affairs Research Team, Edited by McCants, Cassidy (2023 June 1). Comparing the costs of generations. Consumer Affairs. Retrieved November 6, 2023 from https://www.consumeraffairs.com/finance/comparing-… 3. Novotney, A. (2013 January). Facing up to debt. American Psychological Association. Retrieved November 6, 202 ..read more
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Linking Exercise and Nutrition to a Healthy Mind
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4M ago
Linking Exercise and Nutrition to a Healthy Mind We have heard it before, eating well and regular exercise are important factors in maintaining a healthy body, but what do those actions mean for your mental health? Mental health disorder research findings suggest that between ten and thirty percent of adults suffer from mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety. As a result of these disorders becoming more commonly diagnosed, physicians have been looking for natural methods to support their patients in treatment of mental health without medication. What the research is beginning to show ..read more
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The Role of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Treatment
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5M ago
The Role of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Treatment In 2022, more than five million people in Canada met the diagnostic criteria for a mood, anxiety, or substance-use disorder, which amounts to about 13% of the population. For many, poor mental health is a barrier to living a full and productive life. Occupational therapy is a mental health treatment that can help them learn to adapt and participate more fully in the activities that give their lives stability, purpose, and joy.  Repairing connections to daily life  Mental illness impacts every aspect of a person’s life, inc ..read more
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National Ride for Mental Health
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5M ago
National Ride for Mental Health Check out this video recap of the National Ride for Mental Health held in August! From Victoria to Guelph to Ottawa, we rode, as a National Partner, in support of Wounded Warriors Canada and raised over $40,000. Thank you to everyone involved.  We hope to see you next year!   The post National Ride for Mental Health appeared first on Homewood Ravensview ..read more
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Breaking the Silence – Navigating Men’s Mental Health Challenges and Offering Support
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6M ago
Breaking the Silence – Navigating Men’s Mental Health Challenges and Offering Support There are many stereotypes of masculinity. Men are supposed to be strong and emotionally resilient, but these persistent ideals have shaped expectations placed upon men for too long. Instead, they’ve fostered a culture that tends to discourage men from expressing their vulnerability and emotions because “real men” should be stoic and unyielding. All of this directly affects men’s mental health; breaking the silence around it is a pressing imperative. Societal and cultural influences perpetuate the myth that ..read more
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Compassion Fatigue
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7M ago
Compassion Fatigue You can feel that you’ve reached a limit you weren’t even aware you had. What you may be experiencing is compassion fatigue. In this article, we’ll provide an overview of what compassion fatigue is and learn who is most often affected by it and what types of demanding professions often increase the risk/susceptibility to develop it. Compassion fatigue differs from feeling burnt out, and learning the difference between these symptoms can help create better self-awareness. We’ll also share some coping strategies and discuss how to prevent compassion fatigue. This knowledge i ..read more
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Back to School can Bring big Changes
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8M ago
Back to School can Bring big Changes Often as summer days are winding down, it’s common for children, teens, and young adults to feel anxious and develop apprehensiveness about the upcoming school year. As parents and caregivers, it’s essential to recognize and address signs of stress and anxiety so that they can provide support and guidance. The approach they take to help is critical. They must show a clear path forward at a challenging time, while offering reassurance and tools to help them cope with their feelings. Introducing positive approaches to building confidence and creating an env ..read more
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