Monthly Archives: October 2022

Anxiety and exercise

It’s been proven that exercise is a great way to reduce anxiety – the physical and mental health benefits are well documented. It has been shown to improve mood, help with anxiety, decrease risk of depression, improve self-esteem, and confidence. … Continue reading

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Coping with Child Anxiety: 7 Tips for Parents

Anxiety disorders are surprisingly common among children and adolescents, with about 3 percent of them experiencing anxiety at any given time. Helping your child cope with anxiety is possible, especially if you do a bit of online research you can … Continue reading

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Teenagers, Parents, and Anxiety

Anxiety is a state of intense worry, apprehension, and fear. It can be triggered by stressors, such as work deadlines, family issues, and it can hit without warning and without any apparent reason. It is a common mental health issue … Continue reading

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Cannabis, ADHD, and Teens

Cannabis has been used to treat ADHD in children since the 1800s. In 1839, Dr. William B. O’Shaughnessy published a paper on cannabis and its medical benefits, one of which was the treatment of ADHD in children. My observation (as … Continue reading

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