For a large number of people, tests are not representative measures of what they know. With many other factors at play, tests can often become emotionally charged events filled with worry, pressure, anxiety, and stress. While a bit of stress and nervousness is normal to experience before writing a test, and can often be helpful …
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Supporting children and youth with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often means finding ways to make the world more predictable, understandable, and manageable. One of the most effective ways to do this is through visual supports. While verbal information can feel fleeting or overwhelming for some children, visual tools can offer something that …
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Play is more than just a fun way for children to pass the time – it is a key feature of a healthy childhood. It is an important part of learning and helps children grow socially, emotionally, and mentally. Children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are not an exception. Play for all children can …
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Long workdays, family commitments, social expectations, and the ever-growing pull of technology – combined, they are leaving people feeling exhausted and stretched far too thin. Not surprisingly, this has been linked to a significant increase in stress, an overall decline in health, and a lack of time for people to engage in activities that give …
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In our previous post,( https://qxplore.com/how-being-kind-to-yourself-can-change-everything/ ), we explored what self-compassion is, why it matters, and how it can have a profoundly positive impact on your emotional well-being, relationships, and overall mental health. But understanding self-compassion is just the first step. The real change occurs when you begin to put it into practice, especially in the …
When life starts to get difficult, as we all know it does, how do you treat yourself? If your inner voice tends to be harsh, judgmental, or unforgiving, you’re not alone. Many of us are kind to others but struggle to treat ourselves with a similar type of compassion. Research has shown that caring for …
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Emotions are an essential part of the human experience, thus learning how to manage them is one of the most valuable skills for children to develop. Emotional regulation, the ability to understand, express, and manage emotions effectively, is not a skill that kids are born with. It’s a skill that develops over time and this …
Financial stress is a growing concern among Canadians in today’s economic climate. Whether it’s mounting debt, rising living costs, or uncertainty about the future, financial stress can seriously impact mental health, productivity, and overall well-being. With inflation remaining high and wages often lagging, it’s not surprising that money is one of the top stressors for …
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By: Jourdain Matadi, B.A., D.E.S.S, (Mental Health) Transitioning from high school to post-secondary education is a crucial, challenging, and exciting moment in a student’s and parent’s life. Students often describe it as an “Acute Stressor.” Numerous factors, such as socioeconomic status, geographic location, gender, grades, family structure, and race/ethnicity, significantly influence this transition. The most …
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The Bigger Picture: Support Across Ontario The Ontario Autism Program is guided by the core belief that support must match the individual needs of each child or youth, rather than applying a standardized funding model. Services in the Ontario Autism Program are designed to be tailored to each child and family, focusing on what’s most …
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