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In my experience with individuals battling mental health issues, I have noticed a symptom that goes often undiscussed. The issue is poorly managed by medications alone. Perhaps this is why we hear less about it. And it may not be adequately addressed by talk-therapy approaches alone. Anhedonia is the decreased ability to feel pleasure. Experiencing pleasure is a vital component of engaging in our interests, hobbies and maintaining curiosity. We can also lose out on pleasure w

I wanted to share my enthusiasm for the campaign started by the Canadian Association for Occupational Therapists to advocate for compensation for students during their placements. These placements last several weeks and by the last placement, most activities they perform have to be at the level of a competent entry-level Occupational Therapist. It begs the question of why this work would be unpaid and, in fact, require that students continue to pay the post-secondary institut

These articles highlight the need for expectant mom's to grieve pregnancy loss. This takes time. It should be done without fear of losing employment. Ontario has recognized miscarriage as a disability. You should ask your employer whether you have access to dedicated leave in the event of a miscarriage. Your human resources department should have a policy. Here are links to the articles: https://petermcsherry.ca/miscarriage-considered-disability/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/cana

I came across this article today and wanted to share it to explore the impact the climate crisis is having on our collective mental health. See the article at: https://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/article/how-common-is-severe-climate-change-anxiety-in-canada-study-offers-a-glimpse/ I have been blessed to spend many years living in a rural environment surrounded by nature. I moved from Toronto to Bancroft, Ontario when I was 10 years old. I grew accustomed to being s