In my work teaching learning strategies to parents and students of all ages, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is increasingly present in the conversation. I hear from clients wondering about symptoms to making sense of the intricacies of a diagnosis, from practising the art of self-advocacy to learning skilful ways to not just cope but … Continued
By Carime Lane
While gender and sustainability may seem unrelated, they are, in fact, closely intertwined. Women are more likely to acutely feel and live the effects of climate change and environmental degradation. They are also often the primary drivers of socially responsible initiatives and lifestyle choices. Leaders of the movement There are many famous female faces in … Continued
Menopause has been a taboo subject for too long. Even among women, the topic has often been shrouded in silence because many considered it the loss of youthfulness. Times are changing, however, and so, too, is the way we view and handle a biological chapter that makes up one-third to one-half of a woman’s life. … Continued
For many, the world currently feels treacherous. Everyone I know is struggling, including counsellors, healers, and traditional Knowledge Keepers and Healers. It is as if all the knowledge we have carefully learned, nurtured, and held is not enough for these times. We focus here on a new way of being authentically present to self while … Continued
Women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) often face prejudice, incur higher health care costs than those with mild to moderate PMS, and require specific medical treatment. Women with PMDD have poorer health-related quality of life and are more likely to report suicidal ideation compared to women without PMS. Casting off PMDD into the bucket labelled … Continued