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All The 'Psych' Christmas Episodes You Can Watch On Peacock

Shawn Spencer might not have had the most conventional childhood — what with his ex-cop father teaching him the ins and outs of scary-specific observational skills from a young age — but that doesn't mean "Psych" never dove into a kid-favorite holiday several times over: Christmas. In fact, it could be argued that grown Shawn (James Roday) is better suited to the fun-filled holiday than his…

This Is How Narcissistic Parents Treat Their Children

New research shows how the narcissistic parenting style affects children.

How shunned Jehovah's Witness mom killed her entire family

She made a video of herself saying that she was "broken" and that she didn't want to burden her family.

Is ADHD Linked to Other Mental Health Conditions?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health condition affecting a huge number of children, adolescents and sometimes adults. The patients exhibit the symptoms of hyperactivity, inattention and impulsivity.

What Causes Night Sweats in Men? 10 Causes and When to See Doctor

Night sweats are more common than you might think. We'll go over both common and rare causes and tell you when it's time to see a doctor.

6 Tips to Reduce Your Daily Stress and Anxiety

Effects of mental stress on heart differ between men and women

A new study led by researchers from Duke University Medical Center finds that the effects of mental stress on the heart vary between men and women.

ADHD and the under-diagnosis of women and people of colour

ADHD is often over-diagnosed – and over-medicated – but it is often white children that receive these diagnoses and much of the research is focused on white boys, writes Nicole Clark

Imaging in mental health and improving the diagnostic process

What are some of the most troubling numbers in mental health? Six to 10—the number of years it can take to properly diagnose a mental health condition. Dr. Elizabeth Osuch, a Researcher at Lawson Health Research Institute and a Psychiatrist at London Health Sciences Centre and the Department of Psychiatry at Western University, is helping to end misdiagnosis by looking for a 'biomarker' in the brain that will help diagnose and treat two commonly misdiagnosed disorders.

Destigmatizing Mental Health Issues In Elderly Adults

My mother used to say, “Your Golden Years begin the day your youngest child graduates from high school and they end the day your health goes to hell.” I think she was right. If we’re physically healthy and financially stable, this can be one of the most fulfilling and exhilarating phases of our lives. And if we’re lucky, it can last for several years. But the reality is, the clock is ticking, and as we age, we begin to experience a series of…

Worried about a child’s mental health? Here’s what you should do

Many children suffer from severe emotional difficulties, a recent study has shown, but at least more of them are getting the specialist help they need

How To Talk About Mental Health When You Don't Know Where To Start

How Can I Support My Adult Child Who Has a Mental Health Disorder?

Mental health continues to be one of the most-requested topics readers ask me to cover both in the Parental Advisory advice column and in other more general posts. So I wasn’t surprised that when I wrote in January about parenting a child who is at risk for developing a mental health disorder, it sparked another reader question on the topic—this time about parenting an adult child with a mental illness.

5 Ways to Help Kids with ADHD Succeed at School

Children with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) often face many challenges at school. It’s typical for children with ADHD to have trouble sitting still, listening, being quiet, paying attention for extended periods of time, following instructions and concentrating on certain tasks.

Sandy Paws Goes Digital!

The world is ever-changing and we must change with it. Sandy Paws Magazine will now be available online every month! The Fall and Spring editions will continue to be printed (and online) but the other 10 months of the year, a new digital edition will be available. Check out the new digital magazine at www.sandypawsmagazine.org without any cost. Make a donation of $25 or more, and receive access to special pages. All proceeds benefit our community's animals.