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Counselling, Mental Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D. Counselling, Mental Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D.

Holiday Perfectionism

The holidays can be fun, joyful, and exciting. Let’s be real though - they can also be super stressful!

Especially when you feel the pressure to get things just right: To cook the perfect meal, give the best gifts, keep all the traditions going, and make that sure everyone around you is happy.

Prepping for the holidays while keeping up with your usual responsibilities at home and work gets overwhelming. Especially for those struggling with perfectionism.

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Mental Health, Postpartum, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D. Mental Health, Postpartum, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D.

Maternal Mental Health: Post-Partum Anxiety

Post-partum anxiety is defined by frequent, distressing fears. Some mothers describe worrying constantly about worst-case scenarios, seeing potential risks all around them. Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, PH.D., provides excellent information on the physical symptoms of post-partum anxiety, and the variety of ways to help a mom experiencing postpartum mood disorders.

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Counselling, Men's Health, Stress Management, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D. Counselling, Men's Health, Stress Management, Women's Health Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D.

Is Anxiety an Issue? 5 Things to Consider

Everyone has some level of stress or anxiety in their lives. It’s normal to feel worried at times, especially when you’re faced with tough situations - like financial problems, relationship issues, or a global pandemic! But fear and worry can go beyond that helpful range and have negative impacts on our day-to-day life. If you’re wondering whether anxiety is an issue in your life, here are five things to consider.

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Counselling, Mental Health, Wellness, Stress Management Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D. Counselling, Mental Health, Wellness, Stress Management Dr. Marnie Rogers-de Jong, Ph.D.

Fight, Flight, Freeze: 3 Kinds of Stress Responses

You’ve likely heard the phrase, “fight or flight.” It’s actually pretty helpful for understanding how people respond to stress. Especially if we can add one more word: Fight, flight, or freeze. In this article, Dr. Marnie Rogers de Jong describe three common stress responses and their potential effects.

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