Sports Concussion
What is a Concussion?
A concussion (a.k.a., mild traumatic brain injury; MTBI) is a common injury in amateur and professional athletics, particularly in contact sports.This injury can be very distressing for the athlete, his or her family, coaches, and…
ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? ADHD is characterized by developmentally inappropriate levels of inattention, impulsivity, and overactivity. Some people have problems with all three types of symptoms,
Dementia/Cognition and Aging
What is Dementia?
Dementia is a label for a cluster of symptoms involving deterioration of cognitive function with resulting changes in behaviours that interfere with the ability of an individual to function independently in everyday life. COGNITIVE DISORDERS…
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) & Evidence-Based Practice
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) & Evidence-Based Practice
What is Evidence-Based Practice? When people look for mental health treatment for themselves or a loved one, it is common to search for a psychotherapy provider who may have availability in their schedule, desired fees,…
Depression & Anxiety
What are Depression & Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Almost everyone feels sad or “depressed” at certain times. Clinical depression (also called Major Depressive Disorder or MDD) is confirmed by the presence of at least five symptoms for at least a two week period….
Cognitive Training
Cogmed Working Memory Training
Cogmed Working Memory Training is an evidence-based program for helping children, adolescents, and adults sustainably improve attention by training their working memory. The program is based on strong scientific research, is delivered under the supervision of a qualified Cogmed Coach,…