Grief

Supporting the Families of First Responders

Posted on 19/04/2022 in Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Uniformed Personnel & First Responders

TL;DR: The families of first responders often face mental health challenges due to the stress and trauma their loved ones experience on the job. This can lead to vicarious trauma, where family members, especially spouses and children, experience anxiety, sleep disturbances, and emotional strain. Supporting these families is crucial, and resources like Badge of Life Canada and therapy at Insight Psychological can help by offering coping strategies, communication skills, and methods to mitigate vicarious trauma. TL;DR: The families of first responders often face mental health challenges due to the stress and trauma their loved ones experience on the job. This… Read More Here!

 

The Psychology of Grief

Posted on 05/05/2015 in Depression, Grief

By Alisha Sabourin TL;DR: Grief is a natural response to any kind of loss—whether it’s a death, breakup, job change, or lost dream—and it affects the heart more than the mind. Common advice like “be strong” or “just give it time” doesn’t lead to true healing. Real recovery means acknowledging your pain, finding meaning again, and making small, healthy choices that help you move forward without letting loss define your happiness. Have you or anyone you know ever experienced the loss of a pet, moved, experienced a romantic break-up, started school, graduated, lost a job, had changes to your health,… Read More Here!

 

What is EMDR Therapy?

Posted on 30/09/2014 in Anxiety, Depression, Grief

TL;DR: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a proven therapy that helps people process and heal from trauma and emotional distress. Using guided eye movements, it helps the brain reframe painful memories so they feel less overwhelming, leading to lasting relief from issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. What Is EMDR? It stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and is defined by EMDR Canada as an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma and many other mental health problems. It was discovered by psychologist Dr. Francine Shapiro in 1987.… Read More Here!

 

Dealing with the Divorce or Separation of Your Parents

Posted on 24/05/2011 in Family Issues, Grief, Parenting

TL;DR: When parents separate or divorce, it’s normal for children to experience a mix of emotions such as anxiety, anger, guilt, or even relief. Children should understand that the divorce is due to parental issues, not their own actions, and routines like visiting each parent can help them adjust over time. Open communication and support are key to helping kids cope with the changes and emotions that come with family separation. If your parents are going through a separation or divorce, a lot of feelings may be going through you at this time and this is normal. Anxiety, fear, shock… Read More Here!

 

Dealing with Empty Nest Syndrome

Posted on 24/05/2011 in Grief, Parenting

TL;DR: Empty nest syndrome refers to the sadness or loss parents may feel when their children leave home, often causing grief, nostalgia, or a sense of lost identity. Coping strategies include reconnecting with a partner, focusing on hobbies or career, and maintaining structured communication with children. If feelings of sadness interfere with daily life, professional counseling can provide support and help ease the transition. Although not a clinical diagnosis or disorder, “empty nest syndrome” refers to the general feeling of grief or sadness that is felt by parents or primary caregivers when the object of their care (usually their children)… Read More Here!

 

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