Home for the holidays: Avoid feeling overwhelmed this holiday season
By Minna Rhee Reporter
Overspending and maxing out the credit card this time of the year can be a cyclical habit – that will end with more stress every time. Continue reading
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University of Alberta students get in touch with well-being, mental health through WellTrack app
WellTrack allows students to create an account then access personalized resources, relaxation exercises, mood-tracking tools and coping strategies to help change thoughts and behaviours. Continue reading
Stressed bats more capable of spreading viruses to humans: study
A team led by a University of Saskatchewan researcher said they found that stress can increase the spread of viruses from little brown bats. Continue reading
University study says stress experienced while pregnant has lasting health impacts for children
By Malika Karim Videographer
“That has nothing to do with their life experiences. It’s programmed into them already.” Continue reading
Back to school anxiety? How to soothe your child’s fears
As school gets back in session, a Winnipeg psychologist says it’s worth talking to your kids to ease any fears about what goes on in the classroom. Continue reading
4th annual ‘Self Regulation’ symposium brings educators to Trent University
By Steve Guthrie Videographer
A child can experience physical, psychological or social stress. Self-Reg teaches the child, parents and teachers to recognize the stressors. Continue reading
How money affects health — what you can do to stay in control
By Shannon Cuciz Host, Global News Morning
Studies show about half of people in Canada live paycheque to paycheque. Continue reading
How does using social media affect our mental health?
By Matt Battochio Videographer
In an age where news spreads so quickly, people can also be inundated through social media channels. Continue reading
Calgary psychologist suggests ways to combat the winter blues
By Bindu Suri Anchor
During what feels like a never-ending winter, it’s easy for some to feel isolated and depressed. Continue reading
Kelowna RCMP test pilot project using animals to reduce work stress
By Klaudia Van Emmerik Anchor/Reporter
It’s the first of its kind pilot project being tested out in Kelowna to determine whether therapy dogs can help reduce stress at the Kelowna RCMP detachment. Continue reading
