Mental wellness

The link between chronic physical illness and mental health

The link between chronic physical illness and mental illness is significant. But employers can take action to reduce the impact on their employees.

Meditation: Giving stress a time-out

Stress can wreak havoc on your mind and body. Here’s a low-cost, easy stressbuster: meditation.

4 ways to manage the stress of diabetes

Living with diabetes is hard on the mind as well as the body. These expert stress-fighting tips can help you cope with your disease.

Diabetes: Type 1, type 2… type 3?

If you’re at risk of type 2 diabetes, act now. Research suggests having type 2 diabetes may increase your chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

What are the signs of ADHD?

Understanding the symptoms of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) can help you determine the best way to manage it.

Bipolar disorder: With help, there’s hope

Bipolar disorder used to be called manic depression. It’s a serious, challenging illness, but a timely, multi-pronged approach to treatment can bring relief.

Advice to parents about bullying

From cyberbullying to what to do when your kid is the bully, Canadian parenting bloggers weigh in on Pink Shirt Day with lots of good advice.

A solution to stress may be closer than you think

Feeling overwhelmed by stress? You’re not alone. The good news is your employer may offer a program that can help.

Canadians 55 and over found to be happiest

This year’s Sun Life Canadian Health Index found over 90% of Canadians age 55 and over say they are happy.

Is your employer responsible for supporting your health? (Infographic)

Sun Life asked Canadians whether they think their employer has any responsibility for their physical and psychological health, as part of the sixth annual Sun Life Canadian Health Index. Here’s what they had to say.