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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
There are specific things we can do to personally influence how happy we are. True, our genes play a role in how happy we are and so does our environment however, much of our happiness is created or not created by our daily habits and activities. In fact, today’s psychology and brain research indicates that […]
It’s quickly coming up on the annual holiday season. It is the time for friends, families, gifting, eating, meeting and greeting. It’s the best time of the year for retailers as they lure you in and tempt you with deals too good to resist! While there is much joy and merry making during this period, […]
What is Resilience? Resilience can be described as an adaptation to extraordinary circumstances (i.e. risks) by achieving positive and unexpected outcomes in the face of adversity. Or in everyday language, Resilience can also be defined as having the ability to bounce back or to roll with the punches and cope with life events, both negative […]
There has been a lot of talk in the media recently about school bullying and the devastating impact this can have on people well into adulthood. One very important group of people that the media has overlooked is gay and lesbians who are constantly abused more than almost any other group. Many people who are […]
The benefits of feeling confident in life are endless. It is a distinct advantage when deciding what you want out of life, how you are going to do it and actually successfully pulling it off (so to speak). Confidence can also give you the ability to stand up for yourself, and be more assertive. However, […]