This is new startup project was mentioned in a CBC story because it was built to help prevent more families from losing loved ones to AI-related mental health crises. See website project
Read MoreThere is help for addiction Although AI can contribute significantly, it can also lead people down the wrong path. AI is still too new and doesn’t have all the correct answers. Research has confirmed that you can get incorrect information from AI. See this CBC story about a young entrepreneur who had things take a
Read MoreA new Stanford study reveals that AI therapy chatbots may not only lack effectiveness compared to human therapists but could also contribute to harmful stigma and dangerous responses. See full story
Read MoreI found this article on addiction and thought it might be helpful to you if you are struggling to make a change. See article.
Read MoreThere are several audiobooks you can get from your local library. You can apply for a Halifax Public Library card online without visiting a branch, and you can immediately start reading, watching, and learning from their catalogue.
Read MoreIf you are struggling with any behaviour or thoughts you don’t want to have, trying Mindfulness meditation may help you alleviate some of your stress. I am including two links in this post for teachings by Jon Kabat Zinn. The first link is an introduction to mindfulness for beginners. It is one hour long and
Read MoreNova Scotia Health has now opened up its online mental health platform to anyone in the province over 16 years of age. Here is an article on the service. Feel welcome to use this free service to reach out and get help. The service is called Togetherall and can be accessed directly from this link.
Read MoreOne of the toughest things you can do is try to help someone with an addiction. It can be hard on both sides. Here is an article that may help if you are thinking about it.
Read MoreIf you are struggling with spending too much, you are not alone. The world is with you, as seen in this article.
Read MoreWe all like to shop, and COVID opened us up to more online shopping than before. Did you fall into the habit of online purchases? If you want to change the pattern, see this article for some really good tips.
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