Not everyone is feeling holly and jolly this time of year. Perhaps you’ve lost your job, are dealing with an illness or are looking after a sick loved one. Or you may not have family or friends around and will […]
As patients, the health of our doctors is not something we usually think about. We often take it for granted that the people we consult to help us manage our own health are healthy themselves. But the results of a […]
Parenting can be a deeply rewarding experience. It can also be exhausting, nerve-wracking and stressful. The emotional work of caring for children in a world in which we have little control can put a tremendous strain on parents’ mental health. […]
Investing in our mental health amasses mental wealth. The principle is simple. Just like in banking, making deposits helps us build wealth, so that in a time of need, we can pay ourselves from our profits or gains. Research has […]
Many people notice a change in their energy and enthusiasm levels when summer changes to fall and fall to winter – it’s only natural that as the days get shorter and colder, we start thinking about spending our weekends cozying up with […]
Thanksgiving is traditionally a celebration of the harvest and an opportunity to eat well and be grateful for the good things in life. It’s also an occasion that can come with stress around the sometimes complicated relationships that exist in any […]
Did you know, at this moment over 200,000 Nova Scotians are living with mental illness? That’s one in five people. Mental health problems affect people of all ages, gender, and culture. Afraid to be judged by family, friends or co-workers, […]
