Mental Health Archives - The Health Insider

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Maternal Mental Health: New Study Supports Expanding Ways To Get Help

2025-03-03

One in five Canadian pregnant and postpartum women experience depression and anxiety, but fewer than 10% receive proper treatment. A new study shows effective ways to expand access.

M Mental Health

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Tackle Social Anxiety and Reclaim Your Life

2025-02-25

Learn where you can get support for social anxiety and live life the way you want to live it. Take the free test from Anxiety Centre and see if you may be at risk for social anxiety.

T Tech

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AI Mental Health Companions: Help or Hype?

2025-02-07

AI mental health companions promise 24/7 mental health support, but can they replace therapy with a human? Discover their benefits, risks, and best uses.

M Mental Health

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Cheer Up and Live Longer: The Link Between Optimism, Joy and Health

2025-01-28

Can optimism really help you live longer and stress less? The surprising benefits of positive thinking may cause you to rethink your mindset.

M Mental Health

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Brighten Your Mood with Light Therapy – It Works!

2025-01-23

From light therapy to lifestyle hacks, explore how Canadians are tackling seasonal affective disorder and beating the winter blues.

M Mental Health

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CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is Transforming Lives

2025-01-10

From depression to chronic pain, explore why CBT is the go-to therapy for transforming mental health and fostering positive change

M Mental Health

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Does Pet Therapy Work? You Bet; Read On

2024-10-22

Feeling stressed? There's a simple, furry solution that could change your life. Find out how pets boost your mental and physical health.

T Tech

6 minute read

Sex Therapy Has Come a Long Way. Is Your Curiosity Aroused?

2024-10-15

As taboos diminish and technology advances, sex therapy is transforming to address the complexities of modern relationships.

M Mental Health

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Top 4 Tips to Reduce Politically Induced Anxiety

2024-07-25

Anxiety related to the upcoming US election is at an all-time high. Learn more about how to reduce stress and anxiety related to politics.

M Mental Health

6 minute read

ADHD? These Lifestyle Changes will Help

2024-07-19

Here are things you can do right now to make your life easier and make your ADHD work for you.

M Mental Health

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Think You Have ADHD? Start With a Self-Assessment

2024-07-04

Explore the process of self-assessment and help for this growing neurodiverse condition.

M Mental Health

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Unplugging the Controllers: Video Game Disorder in Canada

2024-01-29

Video games are a part of life for many, but there is a point at which too much gaming becomes a disorder. Learn more from Megha Vatsya, an Occupational Therapist & Psychotherapist with CAMH

Mental Health

Maternal Mental Health: New Study Supports Expanding Ways To Get Help

Tackle Social Anxiety and Reclaim Your Life

AI Mental Health Companions: Help or Hype?

Cheer Up and Live Longer: The Link Between Optimism, Joy and Health

Brighten Your Mood with Light Therapy – It Works!

CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is Transforming Lives

Does Pet Therapy Work? You Bet; Read On

Sex Therapy Has Come a Long Way. Is Your Curiosity Aroused?

Top 4 Tips to Reduce Politically Induced Anxiety

ADHD? These Lifestyle Changes will Help

Think You Have ADHD? Start With a Self-Assessment

Unplugging the Controllers: Video Game Disorder in Canada

Defy Aging: Strength Training Can Keep You Strong, Independent, and Thriving

Dementia and Long-Term Care: Options When Home is No Longer Safe

Sleep Apnea Testing At Home: How Good Is It?

Death Doula: Saying Goodbye in Comfort and Dignity

Highly Contagious and Spreading Fast: Measles Returns to Canada

Have You Heard of PFAS? Pay Attention Because It’s Already Impacting You

Endometriosis Care in Canada: Get Diagnosed and Find the Experts Who Can Help

Is Your Hearing Declining? Here’s How to Find Out