by Cara | Oct 4, 2022 | OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) presents many challenges – not only for the person living with the mental health disorder, but also for those in a supportive role. Family members, friends, and others supporting someone living with OCD may at times feel... 
by Cara | Sep 9, 2022 | Eating Disorders, Mental Health Care, Stigma
According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, approximately 1 million Canadians meet the criteria of a diagnosable eating disorder (like Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder). However, disordered eating affects many more Canadians. For... 
by Cara | Jul 13, 2022 | Mental Health Care, Stigma
Even well-intentioned responses can still land badly, so it’s important we are aware of common mistakes when trying to support people with their mental health. With all mental health struggles, try to avoid minimizing, comparing, analyzing, advice-giving,... 
by Cara | Jun 16, 2022 | Depression
What it looks like Depression can happen with or without a triggering event and means we can be sad when it doesn’t make sense to be sad. Depression can be identified in the way it affects someone’s feelings, thoughts, actions, and body. People don’t... 
by Cara | May 5, 2022 | Addiction
Contrary to popular belief, addiction does not develop “because of bad choices.” Many people make the choice to use drugs and/or drink alcohol and never develop an addiction. Some of the complex reasons addiction can develop are as follows: To cope with unbearable... 
by Cara | Apr 18, 2022 | Anxiety
Anxiety is a helpful, normal human emotion. Anxiety is a helpful emotional signal that tells us when we need to be aware of and responsive to an immediate threat or danger in our environment. Anxiety is like a smoke alarm. Smoke alarms are designed to let us know when...