What is Self-care and Why is it Important? Does the concept of operating off of endless to-do lists, prioritizing the needs of others before your own, and feelings of burnout, sound familiar to you? If any of these ring true, this may be a common case of neglect for your own personal self-care. What is […]
What is depression? Signs, symptoms, and treatment options
What is depression? Signs, symptoms and treatment options It can be natural for our mood to fluctuate and even for us to feel down sometimes, but how can we tell if what we are experiencing is depression or not? Depression (also known as major depressive disorder or clinical depression) is a common, yet serious mood […]
Postpartum Depression: What you need to know
Postpartum Depression: What you need to know What is Postpartum Depression? The process of having a baby can be overwhelming to say the least. Regardless of initial feelings, dreams, and expectations about childbirth – the actual process and result can be met with mixed emotions including both excitement and anxiety. Postpartum depression is a […]
How do I know if I am grieving properly?
How do I know if I am grieving properly? What is grief? In order to understand how to grieve effectively and healthily, we must first understand what grief is. Grief is a strong, natural emotional reaction that is non-discriminatory and touches us all. Grief can lead to the mental and emotional suffering or distress […]
COVID-19 and social life grief
COVID-19 and social life grief As the months drag on and the world we live in remains governed by the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a sense of trying to stabilize in the present by finding new versions of interaction and routine. Fears of another lockdown and displays of panic-buying have decreased, yet fear of the […]