On cold winter days, few things are as tasty and comforting as potato chowder! Check out our recipe.
A recent study from the University of Waterloo, School of Public Health Sciences, explored the impact of co-operative education on financial stability and food security.
Results indicated 24.0% of co-op, and 39.3% of non-co-op, students were categorized as living in moderately or severely food insecure households.
Research on the use and impacts of generative AI is still in its early stages. While there are many well-placed concerns about the use of generative AI chatbots to support well-being, preliminary qualitative research from King’s College London, UK and the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center & Harvard Medical School, USA, reported several positive impacts, including better relationships and emotional healing from trauma and loss.
Dr. David Hammond, a professor in the School of Public Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo, is currently leading two international studies on cannabis policy and tobacco control, respectively. In one of his recent articles, he outlines the increase in e-cigarette usage in England, which is also a similar trend in Canada.
Packed with protein-rich lentils, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, lentil soup is a celebration of wholesome ingredients and rich, savory flavours. Infused with a blend of cumin, coriander, and a hint of lemon, lentil soup offers a delightful balance of earthy and tangy notes.
Between October and December, a large number of holidays from a variety of traditions take place. Holiday celebrations are a time of joy, tradition, and relaxation (hopefully). For post-secondary students, they offer a much-needed break from the stresses of studying. Holidays often represent an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends and to enjoy a reprieve from cooking and laundry! However, the reality of the holidays often contrasts with the idealized portrayals in movies; while they can be joyous, they can also evoke excitement and anxiety, especially with respect to family relationships. As Dr. Albers notes, “hometown anxiety isn’t a diagnosis, but it’s a useful term” (Cleveland Clinic, 2024).
Care farming, which uses farming activities as therapy, provides therapeutic benefits by promoting responsibility towards animals and the land and often integrates mental health treatment within social, stigma-free settings. A 2017 review by Gorman and Cacciatore found that care farming can benefit those experiencing psychological distress, suggesting it as a potential non-medicated support for individuals dealing with traumatic grief.
Information on research on resilience in a post-secondary context.
Recipe of the month for September is Apple Crisp!
Change is an inevitable part of life, and how we handle change can significantly impact our well-being and success. While there are people who seem to sail through significant upheaval unscathed, most of us find it more challenging to adapt to change.