Mental health and addiction have a shaky relationship in Canada. The concern that is raised by mental health writers and professionals is that Canadian institutions treat mental health and addiction on an equal plane. Herein lies the problem, to what extent should Canadian mental health associations use their resources to help addictions? Some call for […]
As students, we all know what it feels like to procrastinate. It starts with the feeling of of being weighed down by the upcoming task, then you begin dreading the start of the task, and finally you give in to instant gratification by preoccupying yourself with other responsibilities to avoid what you really have to do. […]
It is interesting how people often listen to sad music when they are already sad. Could sad music make people happier? A study was done on this topic through online survey. The results show that music-evoked sadness actually leads to the rewards of imagination, emotion regulation, empathy, and no “real-life” implications. Also, it was found […]
The field of mental health studies is a constantly adapting and changing discipline. New terminology and bettering systems of defining mental illnesses are in constant development in order to give people the best possible understanding and treatment possible. Better understanding leads to better practice, which will ultimately further specialized aid being given to those afflicted […]
I’ve been thinking lately about constructive ways to manage stress and anxiety. It seems to me that many people (stress-laden university students included) use worry and rumination as somewhat of a coping mechanism for stress. I know I’m guilty of this. I also know that worrying is a habit that tends to lead only to more […]
Each student has their own set of studying tips in order to obtain successful grades. Some may choose to cram, some may choose to spread out their studying. Different studying techniques will ultimately determine the amount of stress one experiences and the status of one’s mental health. Here are 3 M’s that may help students […]
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Mindfulness App!
Mindfulness is a contemporary model of psychotherapy that focuses on assisting an individual in the cultivation of a non-judgemental state of acceptance regarding each of their thoughts and emotions. Mindfulness employs treatment modalities such as meditation and breathing exercises and studies have shown encouraging results supporting its ability to increase the psychological well being of individuals […]
By this point in your life you probably have already heard that exercise helps fight depression and keeps you healthy both mentally and physically. It is well documented that exercise releases chemicals in your brain that help your mood, boosts self esteem, and helps with sleep cycles as well. Not only does exercise decrease the […]
Treatments for anxiety often speak of suppressing or preventing anxious feelings. What if anxiety could be turned off like a lightbulb instead? An example of one of these anxiety off-switches is called neuropeptide Y receptor. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin have found a correlation between a decreased number of these receptors and individuals with an […]
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The Power of Choice
All too often, during the more challenging moments in our lives, we may find ourselves succumbing to self doubt resulting in the experience of unnecessary stress and anxiety. The most important thing we can ever hope to understand is that happiness, confidence, and success are largely the result of the choices we make. This is […]