Making the decision to be sober can be one of the most fulfilling promises individuals can make to themselves and their family when struggling with alcohol addiction. Finding sober activities is a way to support that sobriety. Finding sober activities that dissuade teen drinking can be a challenge anytime, but during the holidays, there may…
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is the perfect time to explore and expand your knowledge of mental health treatment options. If you or a loved one is suffering from mental health concerns, it can be hard to determine what coping skills will be needed for successful individualised care. This is especially true because…
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Handling peer pressure is challenging for anyone, as we all strive to fit in with our friends, family, or co-workers. We’d all like to be well thought of, and sometimes this means that we have to adjust to performative actions. These actions can be using a turn signal on a roadway, smiling at a neighbor,…
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When people hear the term ADHD, most people might think of an unruly child around prep-school age who cannot sit still and struggles in school. This is the child who always seems to be in the principal’s office. But ADHD is a more complex and multifaceted disorder than this picture portrays. People of all ages…
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Do you have a teen in your home who slams doors, yells, rolls their eyes, or generally shows that they are not listening or invested in connecting? A disrespectful teen can upset the whole family dynamic. This type of power struggle is not just an inconvenience for the household; it can also teach damaging lessons…
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If your teen is struggling in school, getting bad grades, and frustrated with their academic work, it may be time to examine dyslexia as a possible root cause. One of the most common symptoms of undiagnosed dyslexia is difficulty reading. Dyslexia can cause learning problems, social issues, and major consequences later in adulthood if the…
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If your hard-working teen is putting in the time to succeed but still falling behind in their mathematics coursework, you may be surprised to find that there could be a neurological learning disability at the root of the problem. Dyscalculia can affect how numbers are perceived or calculated, and this can make even the most…
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Anger and hostility are emotions that we all typically experience from time to time. Daily life can invoke these irritations as we struggle to find a parking spot or get to an appointment on time. The complexities of life can amplify these feelings as we try to navigate complex emotions and continue our routines. But…
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Most people will likely lie at some point during their teen years. It is a stage of life where we form our personalities and move away from our close familial relationships to forge new connections with a larger social group. However, when a teen lies persistently, it can uproot and complicate an entire household’s ecosystem.…
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The teenage years are an enigma for most parents. What parent hasn’t been “tuned out” by their teens? But, when do those poor listening skills indicate something more serious? According to the Canadian Centre for ADHD Awareness, ADHD remains the most prevalent childhood disorder in Canada. Yet, it is the most under-diagnosed but treatable psychiatric…
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