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Up The Rabbit Hole: ADHD in Relationships & Intimacy

Posted on 16/12/2024 in Couples Counselling

TL;DR: This episode of Up the Rabbit Hole explores relationships where one or both partners have ADHD. Key points include: ADHD can contribute to impulsivity, distractibility, and challenges with chores or intimacy, but accountability, boundaries, and conscious effort are essential. Solutions involve empathy, clear communication, tailored organizational strategies, therapy, and celebrating small wins to build resilient, supportive partnerships. On this episode of Up the Rabbit Hole, join Dr. Cory Hrushka and Brandi Enns with special guest, Registered Psychologist Jason Jones, Director of Loving Choices Psychology, as they delve into thought-provoking discussions on intimacy, relationships, and the complexities of modern connections.… Read More Here!

Up The Rabbit Hole: The Connection Between Food & Intimacy with Kenzie Brenna

Posted on 30/10/2024 in Body Positivity, intimacy, Sex

TL;DR: This episode of Up the Rabbit Hole features Kenzie Brenna discussing the link between food, body image, and intimacy. How we relate to food affects our self-image, emotional well-being, and relationships, while societal pressures around body modification can impact confidence and sexual dynamics. Understanding this connection can help foster balance, self-acceptance, and healthier intimate relationships. On this episode of Up the Rabbit Hole, join Dr. Cory Hrushka and Brandi Enns as they have a chat with content creator, speaker, Toronto writer, and champion of body positivity Kenzie Brenna on the topic of Food and Intimacy. Food and intimacy share… Read More Here!

The Ecology of Us: Managing Mental Health During the Perinatal Period, Together

Posted on 25/09/2024 in Mental Health, Perinatal Care

TL;DR: Perinatal mental health thrives when women are supported by both close relationships and a coordinated healthcare system. The Spring Centre uses a multidisciplinary approach, offering services like psychology, doulas, and physiotherapy to support mothers and infants. Relying on this network helps with resilience, recovery, and overall well-being during pregnancy and postpartum. Written by: Izabela Bienko, Registered Provisional Psychologist & Clinical Coordinator of Spring Reproductive & Perinatal Wellness Centre Understanding Connection and Mental Well-Being How we connect and function alongside each other is fundamental to mental well-being, and health in general. Taking an ecological perspective is especially important for health… Read More Here!

How Child Psychology Can Benefit Your Child

Posted on 11/09/2024 in Children

TL;DR: Child psychology focuses on supporting children’s mental, emotional, and behavioral development from infancy to adolescence. Common challenges include anxiety, bullying, trauma, and developmental or mental health disorders. Therapies like CBT, play therapy, art therapy, and EMDR help children regulate emotions, improve behavior, and strengthen family support, with a holistic approach involving both the child and their family. What is Child Psychology? Child psychology is the branch of psychology that focuses on the mental, emotional, and behavioral development of children from infancy through adolescence. It can be particularly challenging as they navigate the transition from childhood to adolescence. They often… Read More Here!

5 Ways to Reclaim Passion in the Bedroom

Posted on 02/08/2024 in amare, Couples Counselling, intimacy, pleasure, Sexual Issues

TL;DR: Reclaiming passion in the bedroom strengthens intimacy and relationships by addressing communication, arousal preferences, and sexual health. Key strategies include open dialogue, understanding individual arousal templates, balancing desires, treating sexual functioning issues, and practicing sensate focus to enhance connection without performance pressure. These approaches help couples rebuild trust, pleasure, and emotional closeness. Reclaiming passion in the bedroom can dramatically enhance intimacy and strengthen relationships. This blog outlines strategies from field experts such as Insight Psychological's Dr. Cory Hrushka, Registered Senior Psychologist, Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, PhD, CCS, DST, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, (He/Him) and Kelly Jenny, an expert in… Read More Here!