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Eating disorders are psychological problems related to concerns about eating, body shape and weight. Individuals affected by eating disorders tend to be pre-occupied with their eating and exercising habits, and how these affect their body shape and their weight. Some … Continue reading →

Healthy Exercise in Recovery from Eating Disorders by Althea Sherry, Counselling Psychologist If you flip through any health or women’s magazine, there’s often a strong message that exercise is extremely healthy and that we should all be doing more of … Continue reading →

Anxiety We all feel anxious, afraid or worried at some point in our lives, and it’s a normal part of living. However, when that worry comes in the form of out-of-the-blue panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, an inability to let go … Continue reading →

What’s the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist? The terms “psychologist” and “psychiatrist” are often used interchangeably, but while both these types of mental health care professionals work towards assisting people experiencing emotional or psychological distress, their approaches and … Continue reading →

Depression is an emotional state which is accompanied by feelings of sadness, dejection or emptiness. While everyone feels down from time to time, depression lasts for a longer time (more than a few weeks), and can disrupt daily activities at … Continue reading →