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5 Tips to Help with Social Anxiety

Posted on 04/01/2024 in Anxiety

TL;DR: Overcoming social anxiety involves strategies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), gradual exposure to anxiety-inducing situations, and practicing public speaking. Avoidance behaviors should be avoided by engaging actively in social events, and negative thought patterns should be challenged with positive, realistic thinking. Working with a therapist can provide valuable support in navigating social anxiety and building confidence. In a world fueled by social connections, navigating social situations can be challenging for those dealing with social anxiety. The worry about others' perceptions and the resulting unease can make it difficult to engage comfortably. This blog post aims to provide five practical tips… Read More Here!

7 Ways to Master the Growth Mindset for Back-to-School Success

Posted on 31/08/2023 in Children, Parenting, Students, University

TL;DR: A growth mindset, which focuses on effort and learning from mistakes, is crucial for academic and personal success. It helps individuals embrace challenges, value perseverance, and view failures as opportunities for growth. Parents and teachers play a key role in fostering this mindset by praising effort over inherent abilities. As the new school year approaches, the excitement and dread of a new educational journey start to fill the air. Beyond the textbook and assignments lies a hidden realm of psychological factors that significantly impact our success. Hint: our IQ and aptitude scores play very little roles in our academic… Read More Here!

Vaginismus: Pain with Penetration

Posted on 04/07/2023 in Couples Counselling, Sexual Issues

TL;DR: Vaginismus is the involuntary contraction of vaginal muscles, making penetration painful or impossible. It can result from primary causes (present from adolescence) or secondary causes (triggered by trauma, hormonal changes, or medical conditions). Treatment typically combines psychotherapy to address anxiety and shame, alongside physical therapy using dilators to gradually regain control of the muscles. Open communication with partners and patience are key in managing the condition, and therapy can help you regain sexual autonomy and confidence. What is vaginismus? Vaginismus is the involuntary contraction of the vaginal muscles, making penetration very painful and often impossible. It can interfere with… Read More Here!

9 Strategies for Managing Stress in University: A Student’s Guide

Posted on 30/05/2023 in Anxiety, Stress Management, University

TL;DR: University can be stressful, but strategies like taking breaks, staying organized, building a support network, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and setting realistic goals can help. Find stress outlets and study techniques that work for you, and don't hesitate to seek professional help if needed. Embarking on your university experience can be exciting as you will have the opportunity to meet new people from different backgrounds, make new friends, learn new things, and study an area of interest in more detail. While university can be exciting, it can also come with a fair share of stress and challenges that one… Read More Here!

5 Tips for Mental Health Issues Asian Immigrants are Facing

Posted on 17/05/2023 in Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Stress Management

TL;DR: Asian immigrants face unique mental health challenges, including stigma around seeking help, identity struggles, academic pressure, family expectations, and discrimination. To address these, it's important to challenge stigma, maintain cultural connections, manage stress, set personal boundaries with family, and build a supportive network. Seeking professional help can also be crucial for overcoming anxiety, depression, and PTSD. With the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen a rise in anti-Asian hate across North America. Asians, like individuals from any other ethnic or cultural group, can experience a range of mental health issues. However, a study conducted in the U.S reports that only… Read More Here!