Crux Psychology

Crux Psychology Therapy and assessment online and in person. Founded by Dr. Sherry. Serving Canada in French and English.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication use is linked to real-world benefits—but the strength of thos...
01/08/2026

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication use is linked to real-world benefits—but the strength of those benefits is shifting. ADHD medications are consistently associated with lower risks of self-harm, unintentional injury, traffic crashes, and crime (Li et al., 2025).

However, as prescription rates have increased nearly fivefold over time, the protective effects on outcomes like injuries, crashes, and crime have become weaker (Li et al., 2025). This may reflect broader prescribing to individuals with less severe symptoms, underscoring the importance of ongoing evaluation of treatment guidelines and balancing benefits with potential risks.

ADHD medications remain protective against serious outcomes, but careful, individualized prescribing is essential as usage expands.

If you have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, CRUX Psychology can help. We specialize in assessing and treating kids, teens, and adults with ADHD. You can reach us at 1-844-888-2789 or info@cruxpsychology.ca. To learn more about our psychologists and how we can help you, visit https://cruxpsychology.ca/
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Reducing social media use can significantly improve youth mental health. Research shows limiting smartphone-based social...
01/06/2026

Reducing social media use can significantly improve youth mental health. Research shows limiting smartphone-based social media use to about one hour per day led to reductions in depression, anxiety, and fear of missing out (FoMO), as well as improved sleep quality among young people experiencing emotional distress (Davis & Goldfield, 2025).

Heavy social media use has been linked to poor mental health, but cutting back can make a measurable difference. Healthier habits support mental wellbeing.

If you want to reduce your screen time, CRUX Psychology can help. We specialize in treating kids, teens, and adults with problematic smartphone use. You can reach us at 1-844-888-2789 or info@cruxpsychology.ca. To learn more about our psychologists and how we can help you, visit https://cruxpsychology.ca/
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Myth: Mental health is the same as mental illness.Fact: Mental health refers to our overall psychological wellbeing, whi...
01/02/2026

Myth: Mental health is the same as mental illness.
Fact: Mental health refers to our overall psychological wellbeing, while mental illness describes specific conditions (CMHA, 2021). Everyone has mental health, and it can be nurtured just like physical health.

Mental health includes our emotions, feelings of connection, thoughts, and resilience. People can experience varying levels of wellbeing regardless of whether they have a diagnosis (CMHA, 2021). Promoting mental health through daily habits—like sleep, exercise, and social connection—supports resilience and reduces risk of illness (Government of Canada, 2025).

If you are worried about your mental health, CRUX Psychology can help. We specialize in assessing and treating kids, teens, and adults with mental illness and poor mental health. You can reach us at 1-844-888-2789 or info@cruxpsychology.ca. To learn more about our psychologists and how we can help you, visit https://cruxpsychology.ca/
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Phubbing hurts more than you think. Research shows that ignoring someone to look at your phone (“phubbing”) increases fe...
12/31/2025

Phubbing hurts more than you think. Research shows that ignoring someone to look at your phone (“phubbing”) increases feelings of dehumanization—making people feel less valued and respected. This effect is driven by subjectivity uncertainty (the sense of being dismissed or unseen), and it does not stop there: dehumanization caused by phubbing can further increase aggressive behaviors in relationships (Yin et al., 2024).

Even small acts of phubbing can damage trust and escalate conflict. Choosing presence over distraction protects connection and wellbeing.

If you are having relationship troubles, CRUX Psychology can help. We specialize in treating individuals and couples. You can reach us at 1-844-888-2789 or info@cruxpsychology.ca. To learn more about our psychologists and how we can help you, visit https://cruxpsychology.ca/
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Po*******hy use in relationships is not one-size-fits-all: the motivation behind po*******hy use matters for couple dyna...
12/29/2025

Po*******hy use in relationships is not one-size-fits-all: the motivation behind po*******hy use matters for couple dynamics. Research shows when individuals used po*******hy for stress reduction or emotional distraction, they reported fewer positive behaviors toward their partner, such as listening, and more negative behaviors, such as anger (Vasquez et al., 2025). In contrast, when po*******hy was used for partner-related reasons, individuals reported greater positive behaviors, and when it was used for sexual pleasure, they reported fewer negative behaviors.

Importantly, partners often reported fewer positive behaviors on days when po*******hy was used (Vasquez et al., 2025). It is not simply whether po*******hy is used, but why—approach motivations (pleasure, connection) tend to support relationships, while avoidance motivations (stress relief, distraction) can undermine them.

If you are worried about your relationship or po*******hy use, CRUX Psychology can help. We specialize in treating individuals and couples. You can reach us at 1-844-888-2789 or info@cruxpsychology.ca. To learn more about our psychologists and how we can help you, visit https://cruxpsychology.ca/
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Canada is one of the largest online gambling markets, with spending reaching 2.55 billion USD in 2021 (VisualCapitalist,...
12/25/2025

Canada is one of the largest online gambling markets, with spending reaching 2.55 billion USD in 2021 (VisualCapitalist, 2023). Young adults are especially at risk: one in three reported gambling online last year, and nearly one in four experienced serious harms such as debt, reduced savings, regret, and compromised wellbeing (CCSA, 2025).

Online gambling is far riskier than other forms. Compared to lottery-only players, those who gambled online were ten times more likely to exceed safe thresholds, forty-five times more likely to meet criteria for problem gambling, and twenty times more likely to report high levels of harm (CCSA, 2025).

Raising awareness of these risks is an important step toward protecting mental health and wellbeing.

If you are worried about your gambling, CRUX Psychology can help. We specialize in treating adults with problematic gambling behaviour. You can reach us at 1-844-888-2789 or info@cruxpsychology.ca. To learn more about our psychologists and how we can help you, visit https://cruxpsychology.ca/
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12/24/2025

The idea of the “ruthless but effective” leader is more myth than reality. Leadership research actually shows Machiavellian bosses don’t perform better—and their teams often experience more stress, burnout, and dissatisfaction (Marbut et al., 2025). Integrity and transparency matter far more than manipulation.



(Marbut et al., 2025) https://doi.org/10.1002/job.2877

Venting anger does not cool you down—it makes things worse. Activities which increase physiological arousal (like hittin...
12/23/2025

Venting anger does not cool you down—it makes things worse. Activities which increase physiological arousal (like hitting a punching bag or yelling) actually escalate anger and aggression, while calming strategies such as deep breathing, mindfulness, meditation, or yoga are far more effective at reducing anger (Kjærvik & Bushman, 2024).

Instead of “letting it out,” focus on calming your body—because lowering arousal is what truly helps manage anger. You can also try using humor, redirecting your attention instead of dwelling, and reframing unhelpful or exaggerated thoughts into more balanced ones.

If you want to control your anger, CRUX Psychology can help. We specialize in helping kids, teens, and adults develop healthier relationships with their feelings. You can reach us at 1-844-888-2789 or info@cruxpsychology.ca. To learn more about our psychologists and how we can help you, visit https://cruxpsychology.ca/
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Biographical details can change how we see faces. Adding biographical information—such as occupation, psychiatric histor...
12/19/2025

Biographical details can change how we see faces. Adding biographical information—such as occupation, psychiatric history, or political orientation—significantly alters judgments of facial attractiveness in over 30% of cases (Rodríguez, Hernández-Martín, & Plata-Bello, 2025). In other words, stereotypes and stigma can unconsciously shape perceptions.

Our judgments of beauty are not just about appearance—they are influenced by the stories we attach to others. Recognizing this bias is crucial for reducing stigma, especially around mental health.

If you want to reduce your biases, CRUX Psychology can help. We specialize in helping kids, teens, and adults develop healthy thought patterns. You can reach us at 1-844-888-2789 or info@cruxpsychology.ca. To learn more about our psychologists and how we can help you, visit https://cruxpsychology.ca/
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12/18/2025

Grandiose narcissism has two sides: one that attracts, and one that corrodes. Admiration fuels early relationship success, while rivalry predicts conflict and dissatisfaction over time (Wurst et al., 2017; Back et al., 2013).




(Wurst et al., 2017) https://doi.org/10.1037/pspp0000113
(Back et al., 2013) https://doi.org/10.1037/a0034431

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