A racing heart from anxiety is your body's fight-or-flight system doing its job — it's trying to protect you, not harm you.

Ask a Child Psychologist is a series of columns offering insights and advice on navigating youth emotional and mental well-being. It is not a substitute for professional psychological or medical ...

Start with a gentle question like “Are you safe right now?” and listen without judgment. Use short, clear sentences and avoid trying to “fix” feelings. This is consistent with WHO's Psychological ...

While it’s not a cure by any means, if you struggle with anxiety or panic attacks, therapists and doctors alike have shared the quick trick could briefly stop them in their tracks. There are dozens of ...

Emergency crew watch as a wildfire burns 10 kilometres northwest of Fox Creek, Alta. Experts say it's important to validate the range of feelings about wildfire danger that may come up for children.