Binge drinking is a common problem. Binge drinking is defined as a time that you allow your blood alcohol level (BAC) to go over 0.08%. This equates to four or five drinks over two hours for a woman or man respectively. Many people wait until they get in trouble with the law how to stop…
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Family therapy can be beneficial for most families, even when there is nothing wrong. Family therapy allows members to express themselves openly to each other, work on building bonds and learn to be a unit that can work together better. There are many different types of family therapy activities; they can vary by the type…
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CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) is a type of therapy where people work with a professional to change their behaviors. There are many CBT techniques that therapists employ. Some therapists at a behavioural treatment center specialize in different ones, and some patients find that some techniques work better for them than others. What is CBT Good For? To…
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Everyone knows anxiety. It is a healthy emotion that can be helpful in many situations. Before an exam, it can improve our awareness and performance. However, when anxiety becomes a regular feeling that hits a person day by day without any cause, it can be a severe medical disorder. But, what is the best way…
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Teens today have continuous access to the internet through home computers, tablets, and smartphones. This access offers many benefits. Teens can access information on virtually any topic and master new skills. They can also socialize with others around the world, play games, or listen to music and watch videos. Some young people make a very…
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Hey parents, did you know that hypersomnia and sleep disorders impact millions of teens across Canada every year? Did you also know that your teenager could be at significant risk for hypersomnia based on a number of key factors? However, treatment for hypersomnia in teens is available. The Hypersomnia Foundation explains that “hypersomnia” or “hypersomnolence” is…
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High anxiety is a common problem among people of all ages, and teens are no exception. In fact, many teens juggle responsibilities at a young age that add to their anxiety. For instance, they manage grades, jobs, and after-school activities. Because of that, you might wonder how to help your teen with anxiety issues. Teen…
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Having a teen diagnosed with a process addiction takes many parents by surprise. In fact, you possibly never considered this type of problem as a threat to your loved one. But over time, you noticed changing behaviours and symptoms indicating your teen lost control over their daily life. Now is the time to get the…
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Having a learning disability makes it easy for children to fall behind other students in school. To make matters worse, it’s hard for teachers to catch these disabilities with so many kids in their classrooms. Dyscalculia is one of these disabilities. However, what is dyscalculia, and how can you tell if your child has it?…
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Dealing with peer pressure is something almost every teen will encounter at some point. Unfortunately, peer pressure can lead teens to engage in activities and behaviours that are not conducive to successful, healthy lives. Fortunately, there are several strategies that can help teens better learn how to deal with sources of peer pressure in their…
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