The Sana Counselling Blog
Our emotional development starts from the day we are born and carries into adulthood. Our ability to form attachments and feel safe is the foundation of forming relationships and having healthy bonds with others, but what happens when we are not able to do this when a cycle of trauma exists within our families lineage?
Therapy is a safe, effective way to untangle your anxiety, and, unlike medication, provides coping strategies that you can use long term. Therapy can get to the underlying cause of your fear, helping you identify and address your anxiety. It can help you understand and unpack your fears and arm you with tools to face challenging situations on your own.
In Canada, it is estimated that 0.6% of people are diagnosed with epilepsy every day; that is 42 people per day. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects people of all ages and is characterized by unpredictable seizures. Epilepsy is a spectrum condition with a wide range of seizure types that vary between individuals but can also cause other health issues.
Mood and anxiety disorders are some of the most common mental health disorders that Canadians face today. Today, an estimated 3 million Canadians reported that they had suffered from a mood disorder.
For most people, these feelings are temporary and are fleeting but for those who suffer from an anxiety disorder, these feelings linger for days, months, or even years. Loved ones with anxiety disorders have built up fear residing in their bodies, making them more prone to feelings of stress that can worsen over time.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has a variety of symptoms that present differently in each individual who has experienced a traumatic and life-altering event. PTSD is often associated with war veterans but they are not the only ones who experience it. Survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, car accidents, natural disasters, or refugees from war-torn countries also can exhibit symptoms of PTSD.
If you’re feeling unsure or nervous, know that it’s normal. We’re here to help you feel as supported as possible at every stage of your healing journey.
