In this episode, Assistant Professor at the University of Victoria and Researcher Dr. Alyssa Maryn joins the Trauma and Mental Health Report’s podcast to discuss…
Parents now face unique challenges in engaging their children. Studies show that young people spend excessive amounts of time daily interacting with screens, with recent…
We spend the majority of our time either at work or in school, possibly seeing our colleagues more than our family and friends. However, we…
Grief is something many people struggle to understand. We’re often told to “move on” after losing someone, but in her emotional TEDx talk, Nora McInerny…
The poem “are you okay” by Ellen Everett delves into the depths of emotional turmoil, painting a vivid picture of internal struggles masked by a…
The hospitalization rates for young men with eating disorders have increased by an astonishing 416% from 2000 to 2019. Despite this dramatic increase, eating disorders…
Zarlasht Halaimzai knows well the traumatic effects that war can create on people’s physical and mental health. She was just a child when she experienced…
In the world of art, paintings often serve as powerful mediums for expressing complex emotions, experiences, and narratives. One such painting that captivates the essence…
While many think of parents and relatives when it comes to important guidance figures in life. There are other adults who make an impact. These…
Art has long been used as a form of expression, often giving a peek into the artist’s deepest thoughts and feelings. The benefits from this…
Media coverage of the recent uptick in violence on Toronto’s public transportation system, the TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) has highlighted abuse faced by passengers. But…
The painting “Caretakers” by Max Ginsburg, created in 2006, beautifully captures the essential roles and significance of caretakers in our society. The artwork elicits emotions…
“Instructions for a Bad Day” is a spoken word poem by Canadian poet and writer Shane Koyczan, from his eBook of poetry Our Deathbeds Will…
When it comes to treating mental health disorders, the participation of family members can be a huge help. Family psychoeducation (FPE) refers to a group…
In a recent interview with Diane Sawyer, Friend’s actor Matthew Perry discusses what his journey through addiction has been like for the majority of his…
Released in 2014, Christina Perri’s song “Human” remains one of the most touching and moving pieces of music surrounding mental health. The song helps bring…
The late 2022 thriller “Alice, Darling” explores the themes of abuse and manipulation in an abusive relationship. The story follows Alice, the protagonist, who is…
Social media and dating apps have revolutionized the way we establish relationships with others, offering accessibility and flexibility that have shifted our ideas about maintaining…
Growing up, Hailey Hardcastle would often find it hard to get through the school day as a result of high levels of stress and anxiety….
Amidst the current uprising in Iran, led by its courageous and resilient women, many other human rights related concerns have also begun to be brought…
