by Hillside | Jul 20, 2020 | Mental Health
Going back to school this year feels daunting. With so many rapidly changing factors, one thing seems to stay constant- the stress. During this crisis, many of us are feeling continually overwhelmed which can be detrimental to our physical and mental health. It is a...
by Hillside | Jul 8, 2020 | News & Info
Kids have rough days. Children can display less-than-perfect behaviors for a variety of reasons. Maybe they’re tired, disappointed, or frustrated. Perhaps they’ve eaten too much sugar or are exhausted from a particularly grueling day at school. But what if...
by Hillside | Apr 22, 2020 | News & Info
Fostering animals, donating to restaurant workers and cooking meals for families in need, are just some of the ways in which the public has contributed during the COVID-19 crisis. I’m sure we’ve all felt helpless at times and the act of helping not only makes us feel...
by Hillside | Apr 2, 2020 | Anxiety, Depression, Self Harm, Suicidal Thoughts
Our highly stressful world requires children and adolescents to cope with a wide array of negative emotions, and not everyone has the tools to do so. When children learn how to manage and reduce their stress, they achieve better outcomes in school and avoid the...
by Hillside | Mar 16, 2020 | Mental Health, News & Info
We can often fall into the trap of living in the past or the future. We dwell upon why something happened to us whilst fearing what could happen. This can lead our brain to perceive situations as threats making it difficult to regulate our emotions. Being mindful can...
by Hillside | Jan 28, 2020 | Anxiety
Love is in the air and the shops are full of cards and candy. Valentine’s Day can be fun, but it can also be a difficult time for people who might be struggling with personal relationships. The most important relationship we have, is with ourselves. Let’s look at how...
by Hillside | Jan 15, 2020 | News & Info
When a child or adolescent has behavioral issues, it can cause several problems in the lives of those around them. More than seven percent of children aged three to 17 have a diagnosed behavioral problem, but only 53.5 percent receive treatment for their disorders....
by Hillside | Jan 7, 2020 | News & Info
January. The time of year when some of us will make resolutions or set goals for the new year. It might be that you’re thinking of running a half-marathon, learning a language or signing up for a class. Taking on something new or getting better at something you...
by Hillside | Dec 18, 2019 | Depression, Mental Health
As the days get shorter, darker and colder, many of us experience a shift in mood that you might hear called “the winter blues.” You can start to feel like you’ve lost your energy and have a hard time getting excited about things, or you may feel...
by Hillside | Dec 12, 2019 | Anxiety
We can often feel pressurized to make the holiday season perfect. Finding the perfect gift, throwing the perfect party, making the perfect meal. All of this can leave us feeling stressed and anxious. So, with the holidays approaching, how do we make sure that we enjoy...
