Tag Archive for: Managing mental health

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Autistic burnout in adults: signs, contributing factors, and recovery supports

Autistic burnout in adults: signs, contributing factors, and recovery supports Autistic burnout is a nervous system response to sustained overload. It is not laziness or a lack of resilience. Many Autistic adults can maintain performance in…
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ADHD and emotional intensity: rejection sensitivity, overwhelm, and repair strategies

ADHD affects emotion regulation, not just attention Many adults with ADHD describe emotions as arriving quickly, feeling intense, and being hard to shift. This is not a character issue - it reflects differences in how the nervous system responds…
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Supporting Menopause and Mental Health in the Workplace

Menopause is a natural and inevitable phase in a woman’s life, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55. While it marks the end of menstruation, it also brings about significant hormonal, physical, and psychological changes. These…
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Conflict Resolution: Fostering Open and Respectful Communication for Win-Win Outcomes

Conflict is a natural and inevitable part of life. Whether in the workplace, at home, or in our communities, differences in opinions, needs, and perspectives will arise. While conflict can feel uncomfortable, it also presents an opportunity…
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Supporting Neurodiverse Employees: Building Inclusive and Psychologically Safe Workplaces

Every workplace is made up of people who think, communicate, and process information differently. This diversity in how we experience and engage with the world - known as neurodiversity - brings unique perspectives, creativity, and innovation…
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Managing Stress: Practical Strategies for Everyday Life

In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become part of the human experience. Whether it’s juggling work demands, family responsibilities, or unexpected life events, everyone encounters stress at some point. While it’s often seen as something…
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Debunking common myths about visiting a psychologist

If you’ve never seen a psychologist, the thought of visiting one, or even just thinking about it, can feel daunting and like a huge step. You may just be nervous about the unknown, or find the concept of having a deep conversation with…
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What You Need to Know About EMDR Therapy

What You Need to Know About EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, has become a widely recognized therapeutic method for treating trauma and distressing life experiences. EMDR was first developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, and its unique…
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How telehealth psychology sessions work and how to make the most of them

Seeing a psychologist is one of the best ways to support your mental health, especially if you’re going through a tough time. Telehealth psychology, therapy and counselling sessions are a fantastic way to access the services you need, whilst…
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Trauma and PTSD: what they are and what help is available

Humans are no strangers to experiencing traumatic events. At some point in your life, you might come across something that unsettles you, if you haven’t already. Trauma can be caused by all kinds of events. This includes losing a loved…
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