According to the American Psychological Association (APA), anxiety is “an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure.” The DSM-5 defines anxiety as anticipation of future threat which is "more often associated with muscle tension and vigilance in preparation for future danger and cautions or avoidant behaviorus." Anxiety…
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Mental health and Wellness
Mental health problems affect almost everyone. Many people experience mental illnesses or psychiatric disorders in many forms. According to evidence-based research, 1 in 5 Canadians experiences a mental illness or addiction problem. It is a well-known fact that by the time Canadians reach 40 years of age, 1 in 2 have—or have had—a mental illness,…
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