There are a plenty of option when you are looking for free therapy in Ontario. This page contains a regularly updated resource list of free, low-cost, and sliding-scale options for counselling and therapy services in Ontario. Though Quadra Wellness offers free online therapy to everyone in Ontario, I’ve included and […]
Read MoreHave your male partner ever been almost asleep and suddenly felt a twitch or jerk? This unexpected muscle movement is called a “hypnic jerk”. It happens to many people, regardless of their gender, as they are about to fall asleep. But what exactly causes these sudden movements or twitchings? Let’s […]
Read MoreDr. Xavier Amador’s book “I’m Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help!” sheds light on anosognosia, a condition where individuals with severe mental illnesses fail to acknowledge their illness, not out of denial, but due to neurological deficits. The book introduces the LEAP method (Listen, Empathize, Agree, and Partner) as an empathetic communication approach to assist those suffering from mental health issues and resistant to help. The method aims to build trust, mutual understanding, and collaboration, promoting effective support and acceptance of treatment.
Read MoreSleep paralysis can be a terrifying experience, but understanding what causes it can help ease the fear! Have you ever woken up and found that you can’t move or speak, even though you’re fully awake? This scary and mysterious experience is known as sleep paralysis. It’s a peculiar and often […]
Read MoreA guide to keeping your cool at night How are you handling the heat at night? During the summers here on the West Coast of Canada, it can reach nearly 30°C (86°F) in our house at night. I’ve long since lost my ancestral tolerance of heat from my sub-tropical roots, […]
Read MoreStruggling to stay asleep at night? Do you lie awake at night with your mind racing with endless thoughts? You’re most definitely not alone! Many people struggle with a noisy brain when trying to sleep. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore why this happens and, more importantly, what you can […]
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