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Anxiety

Illustration of a person filled with fiery colours, sweating, with eyes darting to the side. Behind them are green leaves and branches.
Environment / March/April 2021

Therapy for the End of the World

February 3, 2021February 10, 2021 - by Britt Wray

Anxiety over the climate crisis is spreading like wildfire. Psychologists are just starting to figure out how to help

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A quadrant of four black and white photos of people experiencing fear or stress. Surrounding the photos are red lines that resemble the beeps on a heart monitor, suggesting a fast heart rate.
Science

How Fear Takes Hold of Our Bodies

April 13, 2020May 1, 2020 - by Eva Holland

Shallow breathing, dizziness, pounding heart: the science behind why we’re so afraid right now

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Health

How Technology Can Fill the Gaps in Our Mental Health System

November 28, 2018December 19, 2019 - by Jodie Shupac

Wait times for psychiatrists are often dangerously long. Why many Canadians are using apps to help treat their depression

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Comics

Managing Anxiety at Home

September 28, 2015March 16, 2020 - by Teva Harrison

How to deal with anxiety at home

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