Cope With COVID By Typing
An exercise known as expressive writing can help make misgivings manageable By Wendy Haaf If the pandemic has you…
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Canadians 65-Plus Are Having Less COVID Anxiety
According to a poll, those 55 to 64 are having a harder time than older Canadians By Caitlin Finlay Among older Canadians, those 65 or older seem to suffering less pandemic-related anxiety than those aged 55 to 64, and…
Older Folks Have Less Stress and Anxiety
Older and wiser? Maybe. Older and happier, yes! By Lola Augustine Brown It’s easy to assume that young people…
Some Are Dreading Return to Normal
For many, the pandemic has imposed a lifestyle that suits them perfectly By Caitlin Finlay While we all celebrate…
Could “Magic” Mushrooms Help Beat Depression?
A substance found in mushrooms that once had hippies taking psychedelic trips is showing promise as a the basis for…
Online Resources for Coping With COVID
Very few of those reporting COVID-19 stress are using the free online tools that are available By Caitlin Finlay The…
Inflammation Can Play a Role in Anxiety and Depression
Medication targeting inflammation could be key for fighting mood disorders Medications that reduce inflammation in the brain could prove…
Ontarians Can Soon Get Free Therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) will be available for anyone with depression or anxiety Photo: iStock/SeventyFour. The Ontario government announced recently…
Depression and Anxiety Can Boost Your Health Risks
The good news is that researchers found no link between mood problems and an elevated cancer risk By Wendy Haaf…
Healing the Scars of Trauma
Traumatic experiences can damage the brain—but the harm needn’t be permanent. By Katrina Caruso A traumatic experience is one that…