Category: Coping

The impact of Psychological Distress on Chronic Pain

The Mind-Body Connection: How Psychological Distress Can Contribute to Chronic Pain When your stomach aches, you might visit a gastrointestinal specialist. When back pain strikes, a chiropractor or physiotherapist may…

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What is stress, and how can we cope when life is stressful?

Are you feeling stressed lately? Who nowadays doesn't experience stress from time to time? An interview with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Jennifer Barbera PhD Stress can be thought of as a…

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Self-harm: why do people self-harm, and what can we do about it?

What is Self-Harm? Self-harm refers to when a person deliberately inflicts physical injury on themselves. The most common forms include skin scratching or cutting, though burning, banging, hitting, or punching…

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Crisis: Resources

If you are feeling in crisis or need more immediate support, call one of these options: Local Crisis Lines & Distress Centres (Hamilton & Halton): Hamilton: 905-561-5800 — 24/7.  …

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ACT Part 2: Psychological Flexibility explained.

Part one of this topic (see previous post) introduced the ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) model and how it teaches people to change the way they react to their thoughts…

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How to reduce anxiety and worry so you focus on enjoying life:

Can’t stop worrying? Feeling tense, on edge, or mentally exhausted? If persistent worry is taking over your thoughts, you’re not alone — and there are effective ways to reduce worry…

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