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Flexibility, being open-minded, and compassion are key to combatting divisiveness in Canada: expert

A new nation-wide phone survey done over two weeks last month suggests more Canadians are becoming divided.

Dr. Marcia Sirota is an author, speaker, coach and psychiatrist, joins Devon Peacock to discuss.

Originally published 04/06/22

How can we avoid “Doomscrolling” and reduce our social media use?

Do you ever sit there on your phone or computer, scrolling through social media and getting more depressed by the moment by what you see happening in the world? It’s a phenomenon called “doomscrolling,” and it’s an unhealthy habit we should try to break. Psychiatrist Dr. Marcia Sirota joins John to explain what is it, how it affects us psychologically, and how can we avoid it and reduce our social media use. How do you limit your social media use?

Originally Published 22/03/22

If you’re doomscroling the war in Ukraine, you may experience vicarious trauma

Doomscrolling the war in Ukraine could be causing added stress and causing vicarious trauma for some.

Dr. Marcia Sirota, author, speaker, coach and psychiatrist, joins Devon to discuss doomscrolling, vicarious trauma, and tips to help you stay informed while being mindful of your mental health.

Originally published 21/03/22

How to deal with compounding stress in the face of COVID-19 and a war in Ukraine

First COVID-19, now war in Ukraine. How can Canadians cope with the stress of two major events back-to-back? How are young people, Gen Z specifically, handling it?

Dr. Marcia Sirota is an author, speaker, coach and psychiatrist, joins Devon Peacock to discuss.

Originally published 03/03/22

The sound of silence in the hair salon

Sometimes you’re just not in the mood to chat. And for those who’ve isolated a lot during the pandemic, the idea of having to make small talk while you get your hair cut is daunting. Which is why more salons are offering a silent appointment. CBC’s Jason Osler explores whether it’s a good idea.

Originally published 01/26/22

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