December 18, 2022
You’ve finally put 40 (or so) weeks of pregnancy and long hours of childbirth behind you, and you’re officially a mother. Congratulations! Now comes the transition from pregnancy to postpartum, which brings with it a variety of new symptoms and questions. No matter how you gave birth, the first six […]
December 9, 2022
Social anxiety disorder, sometimes referred to as social phobia, is an anxiety disorder that causes fear or anxious feelings in social settings. We all know the feeling of being awkward or nervous entering a social situation. Maybe you’ve felt your hands get sweaty and your heart starting to race when […]
December 1, 2022
Acceptance and commitment therapy, referred and abbreviated to ACT, is an action-oriented approach to psychotherapy. ACT receives its name from the core message: accept what is out of our control and commit to improving our lives through actions. ACT helps us embrace our thoughts and feelings, rather than feeling guilty, […]
November 24, 2022
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts socially, and experiences the world around them. Importantly, ASD is described as a “spectrum” because each individual presents differently. For instance, some people may require significant support in daily life, whereas others may be highly […]
November 9, 2022
What is a panic attack? A panic attack (otherwise known as an anxiety attack) is a short episode of extreme anxiety which causes physical sensations. Panic attacks can occur unexpectedly and frequently, and are quite often caused by an accumulation of untreated prolonged extreme stress or anxiety. A panic attack […]
November 2, 2022
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a common anxiety-related mental health condition. In fact, research suggests that approximately 2–3% of the population experience OCD, which equates to around 500,000 Australians. OCD typically develops in late childhood or early adolescence. However, it can continue into adulthood if left untreated. Importantly, OCD is […]
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