What is an Eating Disorder? Eating disorders are classified as mental illnesses, which can be complex and potentially life-threatening depending on the severity. These disorders are marked by certain thoughts and attitudes regarding good, eating, body image, as well as behavioral changes. They can be found in anyone, regardless of age, weight, shape, gender, [...]
What is Illness Anxiety Disorder? Illness anxiety disorder, previously referred to as hypochondria or health anxiety, involves excessive worry that you are or will become seriously ill. This can involve having no physical symptoms, or believing normal sensations of the body, or even minor symptoms, are signs of serious illness. This can be present [...]
Have you ever heard of or tried the practice of affirmations? Affirmations, or to affirm oneself through positive statements, is becoming an increasingly popular action in people’s self-care routines. In addition, affirmations can help counter negative emotional experiences, such as self-doubt and anxiety. But why are affirmations so popular? For some, on a surface [...]
What is people pleasing? We most likely all know someone who could be considered a people pleaser. Our family, friends, co-workers or neighbours may be people pleasers. Perhaps we're even a people pleaser ourselves. People pleasers put other people’s needs before their own. They drop everything to help someone else even if they don’t like [...]
What is Imposter Syndrome? Do you feel like you landed your promotion at work due to luck rather than skill? Or that at any moment your boss is going to discover that you’re a fraud? If so, then you’re not alone. This common experience, first brought to light in 1978, is called Imposter Syndrome and [...]
What is ADHD? Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, or ADHD, is a neurological disorder, which impacts around 4.4 percent of adults in the United States. It is more commonly diagnosed in men. In adults, it is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity, which tends to interfere with the individual's work/education, relationships, and home [...]
What is ADHD ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It is one of the most common diagnoses in childhood, and can last into and affect adults as well. ADHD is considered a neurodevelopmental disorder, and can be diagnosed by mental health professionals. It also ranges vastly in terms of the intensity of symptoms among [...]
Trigger warning: This article briefly mentions self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Borderline Personality (BPD) is believed to affect anywhere between 1-4% of the population. It can be argued that BPD is the most commonly talked about personality disorder currently. While these discussions can bring about awareness and advocacy for the proper treatment of the diagnosis, it [...]
The weather is warming, the days are longer…yep! It is summer again! How does the Summer make you feel? With the change in season comes new opportunities to practice self-care. From capitalizing on daylight to taking stock of seasonal produce, we have you covered! In this article, we will discuss self-care strategies that are specific [...]
As society becomes more open and aware of the importance of mental health, therapy is slowly becoming less stigmatized. There are definitely still people who are afraid to take the plunge and try out therapy, but of those individuals who give it a shot, many find it to be extremely helpful with their personal growth. [...]
