Stress Articles - Mental Health

Five CBT Stress-Busting Tips For Spring

Dr. Caroline Norman, PhD, MA — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 18:46:46 +0000

What Is Stress? Stress is considered to be how we react when we feel overwhelmed, pressured or when we find something threatening. It’s a normal human response and we can all experience stress sometimes. Not all stress is bad for us and some stress can even be helpful. For instance, helpful stress can motivate [...]

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Calming a Dysregulated Nervous System

Sofia Schuringa, BA Psych, ADMH, RHNC — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 23:12:10 +0000

Stress, stress, and more stress! We are seriously stressed out these days. At least that is what many studies are revealing about the general population in North America. A study done by the American Psychology Association found that close to two-thirds of adults feel “their life has been forever changed” by the Covid pandemic [...]

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When Stress Becomes Toxic

Sofia Schuringa, BA Psych, ADMH, RHNC — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 14:48:22 +0000

Are you experiencing mental, emotional, or physical tension resulting from a difficult or very demanding circumstance in your life? Are you suffering from anxiety, fear, anger, or sadness? If so, there’s a good chance you’re experiencing STRESS. WHAT IS STRESS? Stress is our body’s reaction to pressure. There are a plethora of situations or [...]

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Coping Skills & Distraction Techniques to Utilize when Feeling Triggered to Self-Harm

Elaina Gardner, LMSW — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 16:35:23 +0000

What is Self Harm? Mental health struggles can look like anxiety, depression, mood swings, delusions, hallucinations, etc. These moments may feel like it is impossible to move forward or to feel better. When this is the case, the mental anguish can be so painful that some feel they must distract themselves with something easier [...]

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Coping with Stress and Burnout

Sofia Schuringa, BA Psych, ADMH, RHNC — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 17:52:04 +0000

COPING WITH STRESS AND BURNOUT Prevention Tips for an Unpredictable World A well-known phrase is used when describing something as fixed and for certain – “death and taxes.” Not exactly an idyllic point of view that evokes much positivity, is it? As foreboding [...]

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Maintaining New Year’s Resolutions 101

Dr. Caroline Norman, PhD, MA — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:37:30 +0000

New Year's Resolutions 101 Promises of a fresh start come with every New Year that passes. It’s this sense of being able to turn over a new leaf that leads to many people to make New Year resolutions, where they resolve to change something for the year ahead. Common New Year resolutions include weight [...]

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A Holiday Season Guide for the Socially Anxious

Dr. Caroline Norman, PhD, MA — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 16:24:31 +0000

What is Social Anxiety? Social anxiety is more than nervousness around people. Most people feel a bit anxious in some social situations, such as at a job interview or on a first date. However, social anxiety is a diagnosable condition. It is characterised by someone feeling an overwhelming fear of social situations or interacting [...]

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Try These 3 Practices to Reduce Holiday Stress

Hayley Schiller, LMSW — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 16:21:06 +0000

The holidays can be a stressful time for many. Whether that is from planning, coordinating care when establishments are closed, or feeling more isolated, know that your feelings are valid. Feeling stressed can be an uncomfortable feeling, and can come with different symptoms, depending on the person. In psychology, polyvagal theory can explain some [...]

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Positive Strategies for Dealing with Family Drama During the Holiday Season

Dr. Caroline Norman, PhD, MA — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 20:29:39 +0000

Dealing with Family Drama During the Holidays The holiday season often conjures up images of fun, good food, parties, gifts and quality time with people we’re close to. Maybe we think about sitting around a log fire sharing good conversations, jokes and anecdotes with those we love. But what happens if our family is [...]

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Reduce your Stress with these Simple Decluttering Tips

Elaina Gardner, LMSW — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 17:34:32 +0000

Written by . Reduce Stress by Decluttering Have you ever gone through your things--clothes, accessories, knick-knacks, and decided it was time to part with these items? It may have been due to certain clothes not fitting anymore, or that you have outgrown your attachment to decorations or objects. At times, you may come across something [...]

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