Depression is a mood disorder that has both psychological and physical effects. Many people dismiss it as “just a mood problem,” but depression is more than just that. Depression is a real illness, and as such, requires proper treatment to be overcome. The WHO estimates that around 300 million people are affected by depression...
People are addicted to their smartphones now more than ever. Most young adults are spending much of their days being glued to screens – from texting to social media and more. People are alienating themselves from one another because of this without even being aware of it. The inability to break free...
Most teens look forward to the summer break. Plans are excitedly made before school ends. However, many can get bored by the second week of summer break. Sadly, this boredom can make things take a turn for the worse. Too many teens spend the bulk of their summer break staying indoors playing computer games,...
Chances are unfortunately high that any of us, at some point in our lives, will have an experience related to bullying, be it directly or indirectly. It may vary in intensity and circumstance, but all forms of bullying potentially pose a major issue. Why? Because bullying can happen anywhere, from schools to playgrounds, in...
Having an active lifestyle is a great way to keep one’s body in top shape. Many studies have found the various benefits that exercise provides. These benefits range from reducing the risk of developing diseases to keeping the body systems in perfect working order. What some people may not know, however, is that exercise...
“Self-medication” with marijuana has been an ongoing issue for decades. With the recent legalization of controlled cannabis sales in Canada, however, there may be some confusion amongst youth as to the safety and advisability of marijuana use. Many people – youth included – are under the misunderstanding that cannabis is a blanket “cure” or “remedy”...
“My kid is a little OCD.” A teacher recently told us about hearing a parent utter these words. A lot of people use this or similar verbiage, it turns out, to describe quirks or mannerisms which mimic Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or OCD. People may use this kind of phrase to describe someone who seems to...
“Does my son need therapy?” “Should I get my daughter counselling?” There are questions we’re asked all the time here at Capital Choice Counselling in Ottawa. The series of events – or the long, gradual decline – that brought you to this place is significant and shouldn’t be diminished in any way. Chances are, if...
Blueprints. We need them to plan and create buildings, which in turn provide us with shelter and functionality for years. In addition to literal blueprints, though, what about the figurative blueprints that guide our lives? Without a blueprint, without a plan, where would we end up? Directionless, unsure of where we were going and probably...
Do you have trouble sleeping? Have you found yourself tired and lethargic at school? Unable to focus in class? “Dragging” by the end of the day, or sooner? If so, you’re not alone. A recent study found that 75% of young adults aren’t getting enough sleep. You’ve probably heard people (parent and teachers) tell you...
