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The most common definition of ‘health’ is one given by the World Health Organization (WHO) over 50 years ago as: “…a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”
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Eating Disorders – About more than food
What are eating disorders? Eating disorders are serious, biologically influenced medical illnesses marked by severe disturbances to one’s eating behaviours. Although many people may be concerned about their health, weight, or appearance from time to time, some people...
Children and Mental Health: Is This Just a Stage?
Mental Health in Childhood Raising a child can be challenging. Even under the best circumstances, their behaviours and emotions can change frequently and rapidly. All children are sad, anxious, irritable, or aggressive at times, or they occasionally find it...
What is Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) is a condition in which children or adolescents experience ongoing irritability, anger, and frequent, intense temper outbursts. The symptoms of DMDD go beyond a “bad mood.” DMDD symptoms are severe. Youth who have DMDD...
Hi, I’m Latoya
As a counselor, I work with a lot of individuals who do not know why they stay in toxic relationships or why others do hurtful things to them. My belief is that once you’re able to get insight through counselling, you will be able to do the work to move past the hurt and the past trauma. You can then begin to create healthy relationships within yourself and with others.