Growing older is an experience we all share and many of us worry about. As we age, we face many changes and many sources of stress – we are not as strong as we used to be, illness is more of a problem, children move away from home, people we love die, we may become […]Continue readingAging
Your Mental Health
Anger
Feelings of anger are a normal reaction to some situations beyond your control. They can also indicate that you are simply under too much stress, and it can be hard to know if you should just let your anger pass or work at getting rid of it. All of us feel angry, at least occasionally. […]Continue readingAnger
Children
It is never too early to consider children’s mental health. Parents play a crucial role in guiding the development of their child’s self-confidence and emotional strength and balance. But, as they say, children don’t come with a manual. And parents can’t always recall how they felt and thought when they were children. In this section, […]Continue readingChildren
Children, Youth, and Anxiety
Anxiety is a normal and expected response to a threat. It’s what helps you notice danger and keeps you safe until a threat passes. Threats are not just about physical safety. Threats can include conflict at home, deadlines or expectations at school, or fitting in with social groups. Some anxiety is necessary, even helpful. It’s […]Continue readingChildren, Youth, and Anxiety
Grief
The death of someone close to us is one of life’s most stressful events. We fear loss of companionship and the changes it will bring to our lives. It takes time to heal and each of us responds differently. We may need help to handle the changes in our lives. But in the end, coping […]Continue readingGrief
Overdose Prevention
What is an overdose? Overdose occurs when someone takes one or more drugs in a quantity or combination that exceeds what their body can handle. Overdose can happen with many types of drugs, including those used recreationally, bought over-the-counter, or prescribed. This includes everything from alcohol, to Tylenol, to opioids. Some drugs, such as opioids, […]Continue readingOverdose Prevention
Parenting
Being a parent can be one of life’s most joyous experiences. At the same time, parenting can cause strain and tension – not to mention sleep deprivation! In this section, you will find information about postpartum depression, supporting your children’s mental health, and coping with the stress of parenting.Continue readingParenting
Resilience
Being in good health means more than feeling physically well; it also means feeling mentally well. Today, we are more aware of how our mental and physical health affect each other. Setting aside time to focus on mental health is important – to you and those who care about you. Life is full of change, […]Continue readingResilience
Separation and Divorce
Some marriages end suddenly while others seem to fall apart over a long period of time. No matter what the cause, if your marriage fails, you are likely to feel a whole range of intense emotions: sadness, anger, hurt, fear of an uncertain future, loneliness, confusion over the many decisions you must make, and a […]Continue readingSeparation and Divorce
Stress
We all talk about stress, but we are not always clear about what it is. This is because stress comes from both the good and the bad things that happen to us. If we did not feel any stress, we would not be alive! Stress becomes a problem when we are not sure how to […]Continue readingStress