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Pokémon Go or Pokémon No

Posted on 04/10/2016 in Children, Family Issues, Parenting

TL;DR: Pokémon Go encourages kids to get outside, be active, and engage socially, offering opportunities for parent-child bonding and learning. Parents should set boundaries, ensure safety, guide social interactions, and use the game to teach problem-solving, emotional regulation, and neighborhood awareness. Overall, with mindful supervision, the game can be a fun and educational experience. If you can believe it, Pokémon has been around for over twenty years! The newest way to play is the sudden craze Pokémon Go, a game which gets the players to use their phones to walk around outside and catch the virtual monsters in the real… Read More Here!

Lack of Communication – Root Cause of Marriage Issues

Posted on 16/05/2016 in Couples Counselling

TL;DR: Many relationship issues stem from poor communication, often leading to withdrawal, blame, and dissatisfaction. Key strategies to improve relationships include setting respectful rules for arguments, showing appreciation and positive reinforcement, supporting each other in daily life, prioritizing fun and intimacy, and practicing active listening. While these steps aren’t a cure-all, they provide a strong starting point for strengthening connection and communication. TL;DR: Many relationship issues stem from poor communication, often leading to withdrawal, blame, and dissatisfaction. Key strategies to improve relationships include setting respectful rules for arguments, showing appreciation and positive reinforcement, supporting each other in daily life, prioritizing… Read More Here!

My child’s school has asked for a psycho-educational assessment as a part of his enrolment criteria… What exactly is that?

Posted on 16/05/2016 in Children, Parenting, Students

By Lenka Matuska, Registered Provisional Psychologist, M.C., Dipl. Psych. TL;DR: A psycho-educational assessment evaluates a child’s cognitive abilities and academic skills to identify strengths, weaknesses, and learning needs. It involves parent and child interviews, testing in stages, and careful analysis by a psychologist, who then provides a detailed report with findings, recommendations, and possible referrals to support the child’s success in school. That is a question that we get asked a lot at Insight. Many charter and private schools ask for this assessment. Teachers who are concerned about behavior or grades may ask for one as well. A psycho-educational assessment… Read More Here!

Video: The Truth About Child Sex Abuse

Posted on 01/12/2015 in Abuse, Children, Parenting, Sexual Issues

Sex abuse of any kind is terrible and can leave lifelong mental and emotional scars, but it is especially abhorrent when it happens to children. The video below is a great piece produced by the BBC on "The Truth About Child Sex Abuse" Watch Video Here If you have concerns about child sexual abuse or abuse of any kind, Insight Psychological has experienced counselors in Edmonton & Calgary that are available to help. Contact us today. Read More Here!

Strategies for Coping with Anger

Posted on 02/10/2015 in Anger Issues, Couples Counselling

TL;DR: Anger often masks underlying feelings, so identify and express your emotions using “I” statements. When arguments heat up, take a break to cool down and reflect, focusing on your role and possible solutions—remember, you can only control your own reactions. Anger is often experienced as a reaction to underlying feelings. A woman makes an angry comment to her husband, but in reality she is feeling unheard and disregarded because he forgot to buy diapers again. This type of scenario may sound familiar to couples, but all relationships are affected by anger. It is important to take some time to… Read More Here!