NU PSYCHOLOGY BLOG
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Explore articles from NU Psychology on therapy, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, trauma, EMDR, depression, relationships, burnout, neurodiversity, and psychological assessments. Our Calgary psychologists share practical, evidence-informed resources to help adults, older teens, couples, and families better understand mental health and take meaningful next steps.
Emotional Health Week: Why Emotional Well-being Matters More Than We Realize
Emotional Health Week invites us to slow down and check in with our inner world. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, reactive, or disconnected, this reflective piece explores how emotional strain shows up — and how to begin listening to it.
Living on Autopilot: How Adults Lose Touch With Their Needs
Many adults move through life on autopilot without realizing it. This blog explores how stress, responsibility, and habit can disconnect us from our needs — and what it means to begin paying attention again.
Why Motivation Often Drops After Time Away
Many people expect breaks to restore motivation — yet often experience the opposite. This reflection explores why motivation dips after time away and how it returns through re-engagement, not force.
Redefining Coping: Reflections on Addiction Awareness and the Power of Connection
National Addictions Awareness Week passed a few weeks ago, but the conversation around coping, connection, and recovery remains vital. This piece explores what coping truly means, how addiction affects families, and where support can be found when things feel heavy or uncertain.
Healing Your Relationship With Food and Body
When food and body image dominate your thoughts, life can feel small. Discover how compassionate, evidence-based therapy at NU Psychology in Calgary can help you reconnect with your body, reclaim your self-worth, and begin healing.