Do you know why your dog is happier than you? Dogs are our best friends because they are loyal, affectionate, and they seem to ‘get’ us the way no other animal does. During a stressful time of life or just after a long day of work there is nothing better than coming home to…
Details5 Benefits of Mindfulness Have you heard your psychologist say “practice some mindfulness”? And have you wondered “why?” Well, here are just a handful of benefits to practice mindfulness today! Reduced rumination.Several studies have shown that mindfulness reduces rumination. For example, in one study by Chambers et al. (2008), participants at a 10-day…
DetailsStress and Anxiety – What’s the difference? In today’s society, we are all busy and it seems in some circles, the label of being “busy” and “stressed” is nearly a badge of honour and the term “anxiety” is used nearly as often. We like to multitask, and we like to feel as though we…
DetailsHow can my child benefit from group therapy? What is group therapy? In group therapy, your child will be involved in sessions with other children and with one or more clinicians. There are a different types of groups including, support groups, social skills training groups or psycho-education groups, each with a…
DetailsThe Art of Parenting – Autism Awareness Month Being a parent is a challenging, exhausting and yet a very rewarding experience. It is a lifelong journey full of learning curves and experiences. Every child is unique. When it comes to raising a child with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, it opens up a whole new…
DetailsDealing with Adult Bullies When we talk about bullying, we think of school yard scenarios involving children. It is important, however, to consider the impact bullying can have in the context of adult interactions. The outcomes of the bullying can be equally as severe for adults as it can for children, including feelings of…
DetailsWhy so Blue? Autism Awareness Month April is Autism Awareness Month globally and Autism Queensland has officially launched their “Go Blue for Autism” campaign in order raise funds and awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a lifelong developmental disability that affects one in 100 Australians. Firstly a recap on what Autism is…. Autism is…
DetailsHOW TO SUPPORT A LOVED ONE WITH DEPRESSION For loved ones, caring for someone with depression can be very difficult and emotionally taxing. It can be hard to know how to respond to low and frequently changing moods, and withdrawal from friends and family. Whether you are a parent, a partner or a friend,…
DetailsHOW WELL DO YOU ADAPT TO THE INEVITABLE CHANGES THAT HAPPEN IN LIFE? How to deal with changes in life. Adapting takes RESILIENCE… read this! 10 Ways to build resilience 1. Make connections Good relationships with close family members, friends, or others are important. Accepting help and support from those who care about you and…
DetailsSelf-compassion for the perfectionist and overly self-critical thinker When you experience a setback or make a mistake, do you speak harshly toward yourself, saying that you should’ve known better or worked harder? Do you instantly blame yourself without looking at the situation as a whole? Do you shame and guilt yourself when you do some…
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