The Anxiety Ring: TikTok’s Latest Trend or Does it Really Work?
(Image by KENZ via Etsy Shop) Anxiety Rings (also referred to as worry rings or spinner rings) have been all the rage on social media lately, trending on TikTok, and since blowing up Instagram and Twitter. And while many of us can agree that these rings are beautiful and may enhance your personal style, we’re […]
What is a Caduceus Group?
Listen to the audio blog here, or continue to read below. A Caduceus Group is for Healthcare Professionals Most of us have seen the symbol “Caduceus” on our favourite medical show on Netflix or Crave but are less familiar with its use as the name for a healthcare professionals’ group. The Caduceus symbol (left) […]
Post-Pandemic Stress Disorder: Why the Struggle is Real and What to Do About It
“We’ve all got to be thinking about ‘what are we doing to try to take care of ourselves?’ — Owen O’Kane, psychotherapist According to Owen O’Kane, who coined the term, “Post-Pandemic Stress Disorder” is a form of Covid-19 induced Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder based on distinct pandemic-induced traits. Each and every one of us, in our […]
How We Can All Help to Improve Mental Health in Black Communities
When our mental health is suffering, we seek a way to get help. This is often done through finding the support of a therapist or counsellor; a professional who is experienced in helping others through their struggles. But what if there are barriers that prevent us from finding the care we need? Currently, we are […]
Why Your Workplace Needs to Promote and Prioritize Mental Health
It’s been almost two years since the world was rocked with the news about the pandemic. Every day our minds have been flooded with updates about COVID-19. We have watched the cases surge and drop like a roller coaster, and with each time, so too have our emotions. Have you taken the time to prioritize […]
Let’s Talk Winter Blues
If you find yourself struggling more than ever these days, you’re not alone. January is known as the most difficult month for Canadians. Post-holiday credit card bills may still be piling up, new year’s resolutions may be long broken, and the dark, freezing days of winter wreak havoc on our moods! On top of this, […]
Live Better With Focus
When Greg Rennie and Marion Adams founded Hasu five years ago, their goal was simple – to make mental health and addiction support accessible to all Canadians. Greg is an experienced Psychotherapist and addiction specialist whose clients would tell him that after treatment they wished they could go out into the real world with him […]
Tips for Dealing With Grief Over the Holidays
If you’re dealing with grief over the holidays, it is important to be kind to yourself and remember that grief is different for everyone. There are many different ways that people deal with emotions, and it is important to give yourself the space to grieve the way you need to. Generally, the holidays can be […]
How Therapy Can Help Save Your Relationship
There’s certainly a lot of information out there about relationships and definitely a lot of different opinions. On the one hand, some might say if a marriage is not working out or if you have fallen out of love, it is alright to move on, to find your happiness. Others might say do all that you […]
Helpful Daily Habits to Reduce Anxiety and Stress and Improve Mental Wellness
Stress management is something everyone needs, regardless of age or gender. The world has a way of inflicting stress and stressors, big or small. The beauty of life is while you may face obstacles, how you respond to them makes a difference. You can choose to embrace those mentally challenging moments and make the most […]
