When we feel sad for a long period of time, we might think “I’m not okay.” Often we feel like the weight of the world is on our shoulders. Depression can feel like a cloud that never lifts. We may feel extreme emotion or seemingly none at all, resulting in a lack of […]
Going through a divorce can be a stressful period for all parties involved. It can take an emotional toll on children, since they don’t understand what is going on. Depending on the nature of the divorce and the feelings of both parents, it can be tempting to hide what’s happening from the kids […]
When Does Speech Become Violence? The words people choose and how they’re delivered have weight. If they are aimed at an individual personally with the intent of tormenting that person, that speech is a form of violence. Hate speech can have physical ramifications affecting the nervous system. Content and its delivery can result in physical […]
Whether we have been with our partner for three years or thirty, there comes a time when the honeymoon phase of the relationship starts to fade and daily routine becomes the norm. Without realizing it, the “humdrum” of everyday life and maintaining a household can affect our relationship, making it seem stale. However, […]
Family conflicts, if not handled constructively, can have negative consequences for both parents and children. Children growing up in a conflict environment often experience social, behavioural, and emotional problems. Continued conflict between parents can also impact a child’s sense of belonging and security, because parents caught in the cycle may pay little attention to their […]
