The NU Psychology Blog
Going Blank Under Pressure (Even When You Know the Answer)
Going blank under pressure can feel frustrating and confusing. Learn why it happens, how stress affects memory, and why it doesn’t reflect your ability.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Why Awareness Alone Isn’t Enough
Mental health awareness has changed the conversation—but many people still feel stuck. This blog explores why awareness alone doesn’t lead to change.
Tired But Wired: Why Your Brain Won’t Turn Off at Night
Struggling to sleep even when you’re exhausted? Learn why your brain stays active at night, how overthinking and stress play a role, and what’s actually happening.
Why Simple Decisions Feel So Hard: Understanding Decision Fatigue
Decision fatigue isn’t about laziness. This blog explains why simple decisions start to feel overwhelming and how mental capacity impacts focus and follow-through.
Overthinking Explained: Why Your Mind Gets Stuck in Loops
Overthinking isn’t just thinking too much. This blog explains the psychology behind overthinking, why your mind gets stuck in loops, and how it impacts anxiety and decision-making.
Motivation Isn’t Just Willpower: How Your Brain Decides What Gets Done
Motivation isn’t about discipline. This blog explains how your brain’s reward system influences procrastination, focus, and why getting started can feel so difficult.
Emotional Regulation vs Overwhelm: What’s Actually Happening in Your Brain
Feeling overwhelmed but not sure why? This blog explains the difference between emotional regulation and overwhelm, and what’s actually happening in your brain when emotions feel hard to manage.
When Friendship Starts to Feel Like Effort: Understanding Social Burnout
Friendships aren’t supposed to feel exhausting, but sometimes they do. This blog explores social burnout, why connection can feel overwhelming, and how to navigate relationships with less pressure.
What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session (A NU Calgary Guide for Adults & Teens)
Not sure what your first therapy session will be like? Here’s a clear, grounded look at what to expect and how it actually works.
A Reminder to Get Outside! Why It Helps Your Mental Health in Calgary
This is your reminder to go outside. Even in Calgary, small moments outdoors can shift your mental health—here’s why it helps and why it feels hard.
Why Do I Feel Numb or Disconnected? Understanding Emotional Numbness
Feeling numb or disconnected can be hard to explain. Learn what emotional numbness is, why it happens, and how it quietly shows up in everyday life.
Why Does Everything Feel So Hard Right Now? ADHD, Burnout, or Both
Struggling to focus or feeling exhausted? Learn the difference between ADHD and burnout and why everything can feel harder than usual.
When Anxiety Doesn’t Feel Like Anxiety: Subtle Signs in Adults
Anxiety isn’t always obvious. Learn how subtle, everyday patterns in adults can actually be signs of anxiety.
Do I Need Therapy? How to Know When It’s Time to Talk to Someone in Calgary
Not sure if you need therapy? Learn how to recognize when it might be time to talk to someone and how to decide what support could help.
Why Do I Procrastinate So Much? Understanding Emotional Avoidance
Struggling with procrastination even when things matter? This blog explores how emotional avoidance drives procrastination—and why it’s not about laziness.
How Stress and Anxiety Affect Your Body | Mental Health in Calgary
Stress doesn’t just affect your mind. Learn how anxiety shows up in your body and why physical symptoms are often overlooked.
Do I Have High-Functioning Anxiety? Signs You Might Be Struggling
Do you have high-functioning anxiety? Learn the subtle signs, what it feels like internally, and how to find support without losing what keeps you going.
Why Do I Feel So Mentally Drained? Understanding Emotional Exhaustion
Feeling mentally drained even when life seems manageable? This guide explores emotional exhaustion, why it happens, and how to begin feeling like yourself again.
Work-Life Balance and Mental Health: Rethinking Sustainability in High-Pressure Careers
Work-life balance plays a critical role in mental health. Learn how chronic stress, overwork, and blurred boundaries affect long-term well-being.
Women’s Mental Health: Burnout, Pressure, and Expectations
Behind competence and reliability, many women carry invisible pressure. This article explores how internalized expectations shape women’s mental health and sustainable wellbeing.