Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is probably one of the loneliest illnesses. There are so many reasons why those who are struggling with OCD will isolate themselves from their friends, family and loved ones. One of the biggest reasons is that the symptoms of OCD are embarrassing and many people struggling with the disorder feel ashamed […]
Conflict is a very normal and common part of human interaction. Put two personalities in the same room for long enough and you will begin to see some unique dynamics between them. Alignment of perspectives is not always possible and sometimes conflict is the result. Conflict may occur in your relationship with your spouse or […]
Although Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) may involve bizarre thoughts and behaviours, OCD is a common anxiety disorder that is treatable and manageable. It is not a testament to the type of person you are, merely a disorder that results in sometimes strange thoughts and behaviours that you are struggling with. Finding treatment and a psychologist […]
Relationships are tricky things to navigate and so is creating a family. Adding little people to the mix often creates a whole new dynamic that can put stress on the couple. While many couples adjust well and continue to thrive in their family life, many relationships struggle – perhaps with financial difficulties, or perhaps with […]
Bullying is a common and frequent problem in schools and amongst children of all ages. Typically, bullying has referred to physical aggression and verbal taunting from one child to another. The ‘victim’ is often pushed around and physically hurt along with being teased and taunted by a seemingly stronger child. However, bullying has evolved to […]
LIs your temper getting you into physically violent situations and trouble with the authorities? Are work relationships deteriorating and your performance suffering from your anger? Are you feeling like you can’t control your temper? Maybe even avoiding people or situations because you know you’ll lose control? Do your family, colleagues or partner walk around on […]
You and your partner are not speaking to one another and when you are, the answers are short and uninterested. The sex is gone. The love seems so far away that you may even be wondering what you ever saw in your partner in the first place. You are a couple in name only. You […]
How long has it been since you’ve had yourself a good deep belly laugh? You know, one of those laughs at a humorous time moment or situation where you could feel yourself lighten up and energize inside as you were laughing? You were laughing so hard that the tears were rolling down your cheeks. Or, […]
The holidays play havoc with everyone’s schedules, eating habits and exercise regimes. There are the added social activities – whether they are with family, friends or work – to incorporate into your diary. Tempting holiday foods treats and chocolates often contain much more sugar and fat than your normal diet. Then there is the increased […]
The Christmas and New Year’s holiday is supposed to be a time of peace, joy and love. Yet, more and more people find it to be an extremely stressful anxious and even dreaded time instead. The advertisements and movies all show loving happy families, a house fully trimmed out with the nicest decorations imaginable and […]
