With the impending winter break, some people may wonder how they will spend all the time they have with their kids, since they have some time off of school. This can be a great time to bake with the kids. They can be exposed to a new task they may not have thought about before.... Continue Reading →
Did you know exercise is a great thing for your brain? It has short and long term effects on your brain. The short-term effect of a single workout includes a boost in your mood, because of the increase of neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, and noradrenaline. Also, a single workout can have the ability to help you shift and focus your attention and reaction time for up... Continue Reading →
Art is something that can connect people from all around the world. It can evoke feelings from the audience who views it, tell a story, or create an aesthetic pleasure. Something many people may not realize is that art can also be used for mental health. It is useful because it can improve someone’s... Continue Reading →
his famous song by Michael Jackson is a good reminder to everyone that when something seems bad to focus on improving ourselves. If you do not know the song here are some of the lyrics, “I'm starting with the man in the mirrorI'm asking him to change his waysAnd no message could've been any clearerIf... Continue Reading →
Neuroplasticity is a fun word for how brains adapt to new situations. There are two main types of neuroplasticity. The first one is structural plasticity meaning that experiences or memories change a brain’s physical structure. This is predominant in children because they are constantly experiencing and remembering brand new things. Another reason is because their... Continue Reading →
Everyone is on a mental health journey, just at different stages. Some people may be struggling with their mental health right now and others may be in a state of mental wellness. No matter the case, there are ways to support someone on their journey. Especially if they may be struggling a little bit... Continue Reading →
Art is something that can connect people from all around the world. It can evoke feelings from the audience who views it, tell a story, or create an aesthetic pleasure. Something many people may not realize is that art can also be used for mental health. It is useful because it can improve someone’s focus,... Continue Reading →
It is pretty common to hear the term “wintertime blues” considering the lack of sun, shorter days and longer nights, as well as the cold and bitter weather. Many people don’t consider the opposite end of the spectrum which includes “summertime sadness”. You’re probably thinking “it’s the summer – who can be sad with the... Continue Reading →
Oftentimes, our anxiety stems from feeling out of control in certain situations and wishing we could take the reins and make things go the way we want them to. I struggle with severe anxiety and I hate feeling like I do not have control over things in stressful situations. While there are a lot of... Continue Reading →
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