… or navigating the loss of loved ones or relationships .  Stress is not always bad and can be helpful for pushing us … creative problem solvers. However, when challenges and stress overwhelm and affects our ability to function, it … control, and letting go of what is not, will reduce your stress levels. We may not be able to take away the stress or …

… education and training on topics related to burnout, stress, and compassion fatigue. Dr. Russel is a psychiatrist … has literally felt like a medication to manage my own stress and change my perspective, even for a few hours. In … space infographic:  view PDF on https://www.tendacademy.ca Managing media exposure:  view PDF on …

… bullied are more likely to experience increased levels of stress, feelings of isolation or loneliness, and could …

… mood. “If a friend is bringing you down or causing you stress, something needs to change,” says Miller. “Encourage …

… families are likely experiencing some level of anxiety or stress as they prepare for the return to school. However, if …

… social opportunities with peers and/or greater family stress.   BC Children’s psychiatrist Dr. Ashley Miller says … and abuse may increase as caregivers feel heightened stress through the pandemic. Adverse Childhood Experiences … please visit the  BCCDC website . For more information on managing back-to-school anxiety for youth and parents, visit  …

…     Find more tips on eating well here , from managing picky eating at mealtimes, to promoting positive …

… the winter. Between cold weather, less light, and holiday stress - keeping the whole family mentally healthy can …

… keep us going.  Model and practice healthy ways to tackle stress . The start of a new school year is a great time for … to develop or revisit ways to recognize and help manage stress . Check out Stresslr.ca a BC Children’s Hospital … a great app developed for youth, by youth to help manage stress.  Work together to establish new routines . Two weeks …

… behaviours: physical activity, healthy eating, sleep, stress management and social connectedness. What is digital … about how your nutrition, physical activity, screen-time, stress levels, social connections, and sleep can affect each …

… notes it’s not necessarily a bad thing. “Not all stress is bad stress. Small challenges help children cope with bigger ones. … in every child’s life to experience manageable stress – and with the help of supportive adults, this …

… constant information can feel overwhelming and add to stress. Checking the media once a day around your child may … making a blanket fort, etc.).  Make sure that you are managing your child’s screen-time, but maintain some social … children depends on the child (their age, their level of stress, their temperament, etc.) ~Some common behaviour …

… The conversation covers how to support your child at home, managing meal times, what to do if your child refuses help, …

… of Canada . Their “Every Mind Matters” handouts on stress, attachment, discipline, sleep, resiliency, and other …

… can help children learn how to manage their own anxiety, stress, and physical symptoms of anxiety.  It does this by … Remember that parents’ and caregivers’ own anxiety, anger, stress, and other emotions can easily rub off onto the …

… health. It impacts how they express emotions, deal with stress, develop friendships, and helps to determine their … strategies, methods to encourage positive behaviours, stress management tools, and much more! Check out this video …

… decision making, ad self-management, such as skills for managing stress and self-regulating emotions and behaviour (see also …

… at the age of 15 what I found to be most helpful with managing my mental health was connecting with others. Social …

… activities. But for some, it can be a source of unwanted stress. Dr. Susan Baer, a psychiatrist with BC Children's … is sharing tips to help families ease some of that stress. "The holidays are a really fun and exciting time for … have to be perfect, and this can result in a lot of stress," says Dr. Baer. "People can also get over-committed …

… may ramp up our nervous system making us more sensitive to stress.  If our stress response is triggered too often or too much, it … from physical threat); however over time, this amped up stress response can make their minds and bodies prone to …

… can help to save time in the preparation phase and keep stress levels lowered while still providing good nutrition. …

… with ADHD in your classroom in Russell Barkley’s book, “ Managing ADHD in School.”   Be sure to re-watch this webinar …

… as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder can cause physical symptoms including pain. … appetite changes and muscle tension. Here are some tips on managing the effects of chronic pain on mental wellness: reduce stress where possible recognize that everyone has limitations …

… issues. This will help you stay calm in the moment. 4. Managing disappointment Sometimes, the holidays don’t work …