Lockdown Learning Series: Webisode 3 (Free Virtual Event)

Join us for our next free online event: Coping with Major Life Changes & Relationship Stressors due to COVID-19

Wednesday May 6, 2020
7:00 - 8:00 PM EDT
Free registration HERE.

Due to the overwhelming interest in our session on Coronavirus-related chronic stress, in our next webisode, I’ll be joined by clinical therapist, Meaghan Ferguson, to dive deeper into the mental and emotional side effects the virus is having on individuals, couples and families.

Job loss. Forced togetherness. Loneliness. Fear for a loved one. Home-schooling. Working from home. Loss of freedom. Financial strain.

If any of these are causing you worry, we invite you to tune in on Wednesday May 6th at 7:00 PM EDT.

Topics will include responding effectively to increased general, health and financial anxiety & specific coping strategies for dealing with children, partners and loved ones.

Registration is always free and the presentation will be followed by an interactive Q&A session. We hope to see you there!

Managing Anxiety & Insomnia - Paul's Story: Part 2

**Managing Anxiety & Insomnia**

 Paul’s Story: Part 2

 Living with long-term anxiety can have significant effects on your quality of life, impacting your ability to maintain relationships, perform in your work and it can even impact your physical health.

 In part two of Paul’s story, he tells us how cannabinoid therapy improved his overall cognitive function and physical health:  “Out of everything I’ve taken, it is the only thing that has worked for me in 30 years.” 

 Like any therapy, results vary from person to person. However, given the low side-effect profile of cannabinoid medicines and positive clinical outcomes I see regularly, it’s important for patients and physicians to know that this is a valid treatment option in the right circumstances.

Managing Anxiety & Insomnia - Paul's Story: Part 1

Paul’s Story: Part 1

 Although we’re into another week of isolation, I think it’s important to break up the COVID-19 news and bring some positivity to your feed. Let me share Paul’s story: 

 Paul developed PTSD, anxiety and insomnia, following his time as a police officer in Belfast, Ireland and a corrections officer in Canada. He was referred to my clinic to try to help with his anxiety and insomnia after trying many other therapies without any benefit. 

 After coaching Paul on the benefits of non-medical therapies including mindfulness, exercise, sleep hygiene and healthy eating, we introduced cannabinoid therapy.  Paul’s anxiety has lessened and he is now sleeping 7-9 hours a night.  Seeing this kind of quality life improvement in my patients is the reason I began practicing medicine and why I’ll continually love what I do. Thank you for sharing your story, Paul! 

Common Signs of Distress - Remember the Five M's

To say we're facing challenging times, may be an understatement; however, now more than ever, it's important to stay mentally and physically strong.

Last week we shared our Five M’s to help you cope with any COVID-19 related anxiety you may be experiencing.

As we head into another week of physical distancing, it’s also important to recognize the warning signs of distress in yourself and your loved ones.

Heightened levels of stress are extremely normal in times of turmoil and the Five M’s can help you keep anxiety levels at bay. However, if distress impacts your daily life for several days or weeks, don’t hesitate to contact your doctor, counsellor or local CMHA branch. 

We're all in this together. Stay home & stay safe…and if you need to talk to someone, know that there are people out there to help.