Depression
Exercise Can Boost Brain Chemicals Sapped by Depression
By Janice Wood ~ 2 min read A new imaging study shows that intense exercise boosts two critical neurotransmitters — glutamate and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) — resulting in better mental fitness. Published in The Journal of Neuroscience, the study’s findings offer new insights into why exercise could become an important part of treating depression and other neuropsychiatric… Read More
CISD, CIR and EAP’s
Critical Incident Stress Debriefings (CISDs), Critical Incident Response (CIR), and Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are essential resources that businesses can offer their workers to navigate stress, trauma, and other dilemmas affecting their personal and work lives. CISDs and CIR represent a distinct form of psychological intervention aimed at extending support to individuals who’ve encountered or… Read More
Workaholism: The Hidden Dangers
As we usher in the fourth quarter, many people commit to ditching harmful behaviors, often focusing on cutting down alcohol, quitting smoking, avoiding sugary treats, or limiting social media usage. However, how many of us consider reducing our workload? Workaholism, or excessive working may not be recognized as a genuine “addiction” by psychology experts, but… Read More
Coping with Grief
Grief is an inevitable part of the human experience, and losing a family member can be an incredibly challenging and heartbreaking ordeal. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of grief, its various stages, and some practical strategies to help navigate the difficult journey of mourning and healing. Understanding Grief Grief is a… Read More
EMDR & Turama
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of therapy that has gained recognition for its effectiveness in treating trauma. Trauma can manifest in various forms, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, accidents, natural disasters, and witnessing violence. It can have a significant impact on a person’s mental and physical health, and can… Read More
What Do You Do For Fun?
What are you doing for fun? We all need to take some time for ourselves to relax and unwind – and that’s where having fun comes in! There are so many ways to have fun in life and it’s important to make time for it. From activities like sports and travel to relaxing hobbies such… Read More
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