Thoughts for a Balanced Life: A Counselling Blog
Does Social Media Affect Mental Health for Teens?
For decades, researchers have been studying the effect of mainstream media on youth. Today, teenagers called “digital natives”—those who were born with technology at arms reach—are experiencing mental health challenges stemming from their time spent online.
Mental Health in the LGBTQ+ Community
As a society, we have always recognized that individuals who experience hardships in life such as oppression, bullying and abuse are more prone to mental health challenges. For the LGBTQ+ community, this hardship is often the norm.
5 Helpful Tips for Becoming a Step Parent
There is no ‘how-to’ guide for becoming the best step parent. Each family is unique and over time, you and your partner will develop a step-parenting technique that works for your family dynamic.
Understanding Your Partner’s Love Language
Have you ever found yourself feeling disconnected or unappreciated in a romantic relationship? It’s possible that you and your partner have different love languages—the ways in which we speak and understand emotional love.
How Childhood Trauma Affects Mental Health in Adulthood
Research shows that experiencing trauma as a child can lead to significant mental health challenges in our adult years.
Understanding Eating Disorders
Eating disorders occur when we adopt harmful eating habits and are often linked to other mental health issues including anxiety and depression.
What is Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy teaches skills that are helpful for individuals seeking to regulate emotions, tolerate stress and communicate better.
5 Calgary Resources for Crisis and Mental Health
Here are 5 local resources in Calgary for crisis, mental health and addiction support that provide education, assessment, medical attention and more.
Symptoms and Treatment for Postpartum Depression
Roughly 10 – 20 percent of women and 10 percent of men suffer from postpartum depression – a mood disorder that should not be dismissed or ignored.
4 Simple Ways to Improve Your Marriage
Just like your car needs oil changes, a relationship requires ongoing maintenance too. A professional therapist or couples counsellor can help you resolve conflict, learn how to better communicate and even reignite a spark you thought had faded by allowing each partner to open up about their feelings.