The connection between PTSD and social anxiety is well understood. Anxiety is a common reaction and continuing problem for many people who have experienced trauma. If you’re dealing with anxiety borne from trauma, understanding the link between the two will help you get your life back on track. Negative emotions aren’t useless. Did you know that […]
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According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, 19% of Canadians screen positive for major depressive disorder (MDD). What’s more, depression rates have been on the rise since the COVID-19 pandemic. Some Canadians are more prone to depression symptoms than others. For example, women have a higher risk for depression than men. People between the ages
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Alcoholism affects people of all ages, races, and genders. Alcohol plays a key role in many cultures and societies today. This is why it’s so common for people to consume alcoholic beverages on a weekly or even daily basis. However, alcohol addiction forms an unhealthy dependence on the substance and can have a massive impact on
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In a recent survey, more than one in four Canadians reported experiencing moderate to severe anxiety. These reports were highest amongst Canadians in the 18–39 age group. For some people, feeling anxious can turn into a full-blown anxiety disorder. Indeed, a 2022 research study found that one in seven Canadians meets the criteria for generalized anxiety
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Crystal meth is a stimulant that impacts your central nervous system within seconds. What does crystal meth look like? Meth comes in two primary forms but is entirely odourless, making it an incredibly subtle drug that can be difficult to spot with family and friends. Meth addiction can have a severe impact on both physical and mental
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Concurrent disorders, medically known as co-occurring disorders, happen when someone suffers from two different disorders simultaneously. We typically use the term to describe co-occurring addiction and mental health disorders. Take schizophrenia as an example. Studies suggest that at least half of people with schizophrenia also have a substance use disorder (SUD). Yet, schizophrenia is not the
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660,000 Canadians over the age of 15 report having used a stimulant over the past year. Sadly, 37% of these people say their use of stimulants is problematic. Some of the most commonly used stimulants are amphetamines. Amphetamines include prescription drugs like Vyvanse and Adderall. Methamphetamine is also a type of amphetamine. Yet, most people do not
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According to the Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada (CADDAC), people with ADHD often fall behind in life. In Canada, over 32% of children with ADHD never graduate high school. Meanwhile, Canadian adults who have ADHD see a higher unemployment rate than adults without ADHD. Considering debilitating symptoms like ADHD paralysis, these statistics should not surprise
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Did you know that the consumption of alcohol in Canada is on the rise? Reports indicate that Canadians consume more alcohol on average than the United States and many other countries worldwide. Alcohol, even in small doses, can affect your health. In addition to these negative health effects, alcohol addiction can majorly impact your work,
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Did you know that 1 in every 8 people suffers from a mental disorder? Mental disorders are conditions that have an impact on your thinking, feelings, emotions, and behaviour. There are a few different kinds of mental disorders that you may know about. This includes disorders such as eating disorders, anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder,
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