by Priyamvada Nagar, Head Writer I always find myself going back to old songs, old memories, old pictures.
I keep them hoarded in an old shoe box, and sometimes bury them in a small box inside my brain that I can never find the keys to until an old embrace walks past. As humans, we hoard a lot of things in our life, not just materialistic ones, but also the issues we face, the battles we fight, the white flags we wave, and the wins we celebrate.
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by Grace Manning, Head Writer This past week, the Mental Health Conference organized by the Psychology Society provided an opportunity for students, staff, and peers who are alike to come together and discuss the ever so prevalent topic of mental health. We all have mental health as it is an essential aspect of our overall being. In fact, it is as important as the heart and brain that keep us alive every day. However, if mental health is so important, how come treatment is not always considered by those who may need it most? If you were to sprain your ankle, your first instinct would be to visit a doctor, so why do individuals not have that same instinct in taking care of their emotional well-being? The answer is stigma.
by Laura Kostwinder, Head Writer We are halfway through the semester, and exam season is fast approaching. With that comes the overwhelming dread of walking to the exam room in a haze, wishing you had read that chapter just once more. If you have ever had an experience where you study a lot and feel like you know the content but do not perform as well as you thought on an exam, you might have been experiencing test anxiety. Test anxiety affects students’ ability to perform well on exams due to the pressure to do well. Here are some tips that may help during this exam season.
By Grace Manning, Head Writer With every passing semester, class, and textbook, we hear about the same names in psychology; Freud, Skinner, Maslow...but this month we’re asking, where are all the women? It seems that there is a gender gap - whether it's about their contributions to the field or as the focus of studies, women seem to be left out of the narrative in psychology. As a part of Women’s History Month, there is a push to give women recognition they so rightfully deserve as researchers and for the contributions they have made in the field.
by Laura Kostwinder, Head Writer Leonardo da Vinci, an individual well-known for his impressive artwork and scientific contributions, is who we now call the first “Renaissance man”. This term refers to individuals who master numerous skills or study various subjects. These individuals are well-rounded, curious, and passionate about the pursuit of knowledge. They teach us the importance of trying new things, developing unique skills, stepping out of our comfort zones, and that we can simultaneously pursue several different paths. I believe we can all adopt some of the attitudes and habits of modern-day Renaissance people to catalyze a “rebirth” of thinkers and dreamers that are passionate about learning.
by Sophie Samek, Head Writer As I approach the end of my degree, there are a few things I would have liked to tell my younger self trying to figure out how to make the most out of university. It is very easy to become caught up in comparing yourself to your other classmates and trying to curate the best resume. I am no exception to this, I have stretched myself extremely thin in the past just because I thought that I would benefit in the future. Recently, I have learned to say no and really ask myself if this is something I want to be doing or if am I wanting to do it for the wrong reasons. I definitely still slip up with this but I try my hardest to really take a step back and think before jumping into something.
by Leah De Rushe, Head Writer Most research in Psychology is conducted within Western countries, but how do these findings translate across cultures or among different ethnic groups?
In our modern era, this is a question many researchers have been wrestling with, especially within the field of Psychology. The notions of diversity and inclusion have become sentiments that hold much weight within the border of society. When considering the long history North American countries have with issues of racism and discrimination, many psychologists, particularly Black psychologists, have been critically examining how this history affects the discipline. by Sierra Birthelmer, Head Writer As a student graduating in the next few months, my new least favourite question has become, “What are your plans after graduation?” I remember several times in school having to write an essay about where I wanted to be in ten years. When I was little, I wanted to be a veterinarian. As I got older it became a teacher, doctor, artist, and author. Now, it feels like my life in ten years is no longer ten years away. It feels like it’s here, and I still have no idea where I see myself. Scary!
by Priyamvada Nagar, Head Writer There are some days when you feel that everyone is cheering loud for you and you are so close to the finish line, but you just cannot move any further. When standing still feels better than running at a speed that burns you out, when snuggling in your bed for an extra ten minutes feels more comforting than getting up and keeping the hustle going - how do you decide which road to take?
by Laura Kostwinder, Head Writer If you, like many students, find yourself dreading Monday morning and struggling to find the drive to get through the week, then you might benefit from the following tips.
by Gabby Mazza, Head Writer All grown-ups were once children... but only few of them remember it. Something I've noticed about my generation is that we would do anything to feel young again. This weekend, I went to Disney Night at The Western, a country bar in downtown Guelph. The DJ was spinning Disney Channel throwbacks all night and the bar even offered a cocktail menu inspired by iconic Disney celebrities like Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato. I had such a fantastic night. It truly warmed my heart to see every university student in the bar light up as their favourite childhood songs played. I myself felt my heart glow as I danced with my best friends screaming all the words to our favourite old hits. My inner child was at peace.
by Shayndel Jim, Head Writer New Year’s resolutions represent the opportunity to be a new person, however, for many people, they can be a sore topic. Research has shown that only about 8% of individuals are actually successful in sticking to their resolutions (Oscarsson et al., 2020). While this can be very discouraging and create a fear of failure, there are ways to reframe your goals to increase the likelihood that you are successful in achieving them.
by Laura Kostwinder, Head Writer With the holidays finally over, you, like many others, may struggle to find a new routine as classes start up again. After several weeks of sleeping in and binge-watching your favourite holiday movies, you might be overwhelmed and need more motivation. Perhaps, you are already swamped by projects and other responsibilities. Here you will find some tips to boost morale and build momentum so that this semester is one of your best.
by Amanda Godes, General Contributor Kuwait Aid Network (KAN) is a non-profit organization determined to alleviate poverty and malnutrition. Part of KAN’s new mental health initiative is a mental wellbeing survey for citizens and residents of Kuwait aimed at determining the current state of wellbeing among the general population.
by Sonali Khera, General Contributor Past research has shown that being active and academic success go hand in hand! But how could exercise help you do better in school? And does sitting down at a desk for long-periods of time help students get better grades? This year, a group of researchers from Eastern Washington University helped answer these questions.
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