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Addictions and substance abuse | Children and screen time | Exercise and staying active | Food and cooking | Giving back | Holiday shopping | Isolation and loneliness | New Year’s resolutions and goals | Traveling during the Holidays | Wellness and spirituality |
Addictions and substance abuse
Rachel Rabin, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry
“While the holiday season is a joyous occasion to some, December and January can bring stress, anxiety, depression, and fatigue to others. Being mindful, acknowledging substance use triggers, staying connected to support networks, and reaching out for help are strategies that may help people cope with problematic substance use during these difficult times.”
Rachel Rabin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and a researcher at the Douglas Research Centre. Her…
