Local Life
All Psyched Up: Assessing
By Linda Hancock on May 13th, 2023
As a psychologist I need to always try to figure out how to help people. This begins with having a clear understanding of what they are struggling with, their goals and then linking these things with strategies available so the goals can be reached. A long time ago I figured out that there are actually ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Guiding kids away from vaping epidemic
By Chloe Trautman on May 12th, 2023
Vaping rates have surged among young people, considering it to be an epidemic. According to the Canadian Student Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs survey (2018-19) 20 per cent of students had used a vape compared to 10 per cent in 2016-17. The prevalence of vaping use was high among Grades 10 to 12 (29 per cent) ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Total family doctor prevents needless surgery
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on May 12th, 2023
How important is what I like to call the “Total Family Doctor” (TFD)? For years, I’ve praised the hardworking family doctor for the role he or she plays in medical care. Now, many North Americans say it’s impossible to find a family doctor. What has happened to them? Prior to becoming a surgeon, I had ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: A pledge for peace
By JoLynn Parenteau on May 10th, 2023
“May you bring back exceptional experiences to your home fires.” – Chief William Morin, River Cree Resort welcome guide For three days last week, over 200 change makers gathered on maskekosihk, land of the medicines – the traditional name of Enoch Cree Nation on Treaty 6 territory – to build relationships and seek a way ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Shame on you!
By Linda Hancock on May 6th, 2023
Years ago, I heard someone say that guilt is when you think you made a mistake and shame is when you think you are a mistake. Merrian-Webster has several definitions of shame, one of which is “A condition of humiliating disgrace or disrepute”, Most of us have heard someone say: “Shame on you!” but maybe ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: The science of snacks
By Patty Rooks on May 6th, 2023
I really wanted a snack the other day, and I realized I was out of microwave popcorn… then it occurred to me that I should be able to make my own. With a little trial and error, I discovered how to make a healthy and delicious snack – with the use of science of course. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Some things never change
By Oz Lorentzen on May 6th, 2023
Change is the only Constant! I think of this as we celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. Though the monarchy has been fairly stable for centuries, the monarchs change. And with them changes come. And, the world, society, culture also changes so the relationship to the monarch (not just for us Canadians) changes and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Why do some women have pain during sex?
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on May 5th, 2023
Why do some women shy away from sex? It might be fatigue after a long day where everything, everything, has gone wrong. But before men jump to conclusions, they should know about a disease called endometriosis. This problem causes severe pain during sex. It occurs in about 10 percent of women and has a profound ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Imagination and experiencing the What-If…
By Candace Lundrigan on May 5th, 2023
As a child my favourite game was “make-believe,” and I was most often found with my nose in a book. It is years later and not much has changed. One of my earliest adventures in reading was with The Jolly Postman, by Janet and Allan Ahlberg. It is an interactive children’s picture book that included ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: The power of music
By Linda Hancock on April 29th, 2023
Many, many years ago I was invited to a house concert. I didn’t have a clue what that meant but really enjoyed an evening in the living room of friends while singer/songwriter Lowry Olafson, shared beautiful songs with his voice, guitar and violin. I was so impressed, in fact, that I purchased all of his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Flower science for spring
By Patty Rooks on April 29th, 2023
Spring is supposed to be here… I know it is trying really hard. Unfortunately, the weather has not been warm enough yet to put some flowers outside, so this week, I thought we could make some of our very own “flowers” to keep inside to brighten our day! Let’s get started. *Remember to ask an ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!
