Counselling Connection

Prevention is defined as "interventions that occur before the initial onset of a disorder to prevent the development of disorder" (Mrazek & Haggerty, 1994, p. 23).

The prevention of depression relies on reducing the risk factors for mental disorder, as well as enhancing the protective factors that promote mental health. The ... Read More

There has been heightened awareness over the years of what effects domestic violence, physical, emotional and sexual abuse, street violence and catastrophic events have on children. Traumatized children experience a large range of emotions and psychological pain including anxiety, helplessness, fear, loneliness, depression, vulnerability and despair (Malchiodi, 1998). Anxiety is a common ... Read More