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🌱 Kindness begins at home.Empathy isn’t just something kids “pick up”—it’s something we can nurture every day through sm...
10/17/2025

🌱 Kindness begins at home.
Empathy isn’t just something kids “pick up”—it’s something we can nurture every day through small, meaningful moments.

Read our latest article on how to help children grow into emotionally aware, compassionate humans.



Discover everyday ways to help children grow into kind, empathetic individuals. Explore practical tips and learn how the Balance Kids Program supports social-emotional development.

While becoming unemployed can be a huge mental health challenge, many of us assume that retirement—which also involves s...
10/17/2025

While becoming unemployed can be a huge mental health challenge, many of us assume that retirement—which also involves stopping or at least reducing work—will be the opposite. It’s pictured as a well-deserved time of leisure and relaxation, when we’ll get to do all the things we always wished we had time for.

A review of research investigated how mental health and physical activity change in retirees around the world. Read more.



A review of research investigated how mental health and physical activity change in retirees around the world.

Feeling low in the winter shouldn't be discounted as just wishing you were relaxing on a beach like you likely did in su...
10/17/2025

Feeling low in the winter shouldn't be discounted as just wishing you were relaxing on a beach like you likely did in summer. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD as it is often known, is the technical term for this experience, and it can affect anyone. Read more.



Get a psychologist and life coach's explanation of what Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is, how to spot the main symptoms, and how to bust the 'winter blues'.

Once the workday ends, most of us finally get a moment to breathe. But instead of truly decompressing, it’s easy to slip...
10/16/2025

Once the workday ends, most of us finally get a moment to breathe. But instead of truly decompressing, it’s easy to slip into habits that don’t actually restore our mental health—like doomscrolling, answering “just one more” email or zoning out in front of the TV.

So, what’s the best way to support your mental health once you’ve clocked out for the day? Here are habits that mental health experts recommend adding to your evening routine. Read more.



Mental health experts explain how simple evening habits—like a walk or journaling—can lower cortisol, improve sleep and improve mental health.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It m...
10/16/2025

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It manifests through persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) performed to alleviate the anxiety these thoughts produce. Understanding what living with OCD looks like can help demystify the condition and foster empathy for those who experience it. Read more.



Living with OCD is a journey filled with ups and downs. While the disorder can be all-consuming, many individuals find ways to cope and lead fulfilling lives.

When it comes to understanding a toxic relationship, the reciprocity model simply doesn’t apply. A toxic relationship is...
10/16/2025

When it comes to understanding a toxic relationship, the reciprocity model simply doesn’t apply. A toxic relationship isn’t just a “bad” version of a relationship; it operates on a different principle. A toxic dynamic is one in which the needs of one person override the needs (and health and well-being) of the other. Disregarding boundaries, a toxic dynamic gets in your head, renames your intentions, confuses your identity, and even casts doubt on your perceptions and memories. Read more.



The crucial shift in reclaiming your life out of a toxic dynamic is realizing that this isn’t good for you, and, in fact, “this” wouldn’t be good for anyone.

Chronic insomnia is common and can impair mood, cognition, and quality of life. Although cognitive behavior therapy for ...
10/15/2025

Chronic insomnia is common and can impair mood, cognition, and quality of life. Although cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is the recommended first-line treatment, it is delivered in various formats and includes multiple components. It remains poorly understood which elements of CBT-I are most important. This study aimed to better characterize which CBT-I components are most essential to positive outcomes. Read more.



Discover the most effective components of cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic insomnia, enhancing treatment outcomes and patient care strategies.

We all face challenging emotions like anxiety, anger, and rage at some point. These emotions can overwhelm us, affecting...
10/15/2025

We all face challenging emotions like anxiety, anger, and rage at some point. These emotions can overwhelm us, affecting our mental and physical well-being. But what if we could learn to manage these emotions more effectively? Mindfulness, a mental practice rooted in awareness and presence, offers powerful tools to help us navigate difficult emotions with greater ease and control. Explore how mindfulness helps manage anxiety, anger, and rage, offering a path toward emotional resilience.



Explore mindfulness practices that assist in understanding and managing complex emotional experiences.

One in five adults in the U.S. report living with anxiety, and many of us struggle to control or avoid the feelings that...
10/14/2025

One in five adults in the U.S. report living with anxiety, and many of us struggle to control or avoid the feelings that come with it. Science shows that tuning into the body, rather than resisting discomfort, can actually reduce anxiety and strengthen resilience.

Explore what anxiety teaches us about control, uncertainty, and how to care for ourselves with more compassion.



Learn why uncertainty fuels anxiety and how noticing our body’s stress signals can help us find calm.

Mental health refers to our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and behave i...
10/13/2025

Mental health refers to our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and behave in daily life, influencing how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Good mental health allows individuals to cope with the normal stresses of life, work productively, and contribute to their community.

The importance of mental health cannot be overstated. It is as crucial as physical health, impacting relationships, job performance, and overall quality of life. Neglecting mental health can lead to emotional distress, decreased productivity, and even physical health issues. Fortunately, therapy offers effective ways to manage and improve mental health. Read more.



Curious about therapy? Learn about different mental health treatments, how to know when it’s time, and what insurance may cover.

“Do I need a psychiatrist or a psychologist?” It is one of the most common and confusing questions people ask when menta...
10/13/2025

“Do I need a psychiatrist or a psychologist?” It is one of the most common and confusing questions people ask when mental health begins to feel overwhelming. With therapy becoming mainstream and stress levels running high among people, it is easy to blur the lines between who does what.

A psychiatrist, a psychologist, a psychotherapist, and a counsellor all work toward better mental health, but their training, approach, and roles are very different. Understanding these differences can help you reach the right expert faster and get the care you truly need. Read more.



Confused between a psychiatrist, psychologist, psychotherapist, or counsellor? Experts explain who does what, when to seek therapy, and when medication may be needed.

High-functioning depression isn’t an official clinical diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Diso...
10/13/2025

High-functioning depression isn’t an official clinical diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). However, it’s a term often used to describe people who experience symptoms of depression but are able to function relatively well in their daily lives, such as going to work, maintaining relationships, and meeting other responsibilities.

People with high-functioning depression may feel like their struggles aren’t as serious or worthy of attention, but they still deserve support. Depression is still an illness, even if it’s not overtly disabling. Yes, there is hope! Treatment can help in many ways such as addressing the root cause, developing coping skills, assisting in rebuilding a support system, and improving emotional awareness and expression.

Supporting someone with high-functioning depression can be challenging. Here are six recommendations.



Externally, people with high-functioning depression may give the impression of "managing" or "coping" with their symptoms and seem to be “fine,” even successful. Internally, they may be struggling with feelings of sadness, hopelessness, fatigue, or low motivation. Read this blog to learn more ab...

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