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Are New Years Resolutions Really Followed?
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The days following Christmas contain the most buzz — celebrations linger; the party continues, yet the focus adjusts to the new year. A time where loved ones are called, food is finished, and resolutions are made. From improving piano playing to renewing relationships these resolutions vary in difficulty and magnitude, yet they all beg the same eternal question: Will they be followed? Most answer yes feeling confident in their abilities to perform yet skepticism prevails. While the number of Canadians who are making resolutions continue…
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Golden Hawk Taye Donald’s reign of the 2023-2024 basketball season
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Laurier is no stranger to impressive student-athletes adorning the purple and gold. However, sometimes, a notable Golden Hawk takes their league by storm. Taye Donald is a 6’2 third-year basketball guard who took a leap this past OUA season and became one of the best university players in the province. Following last season, where he…
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Where do we draw the line when considering MAID?
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Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) has been controversial in Canada since its inception in 2016, similar to the few other nations that offer it. In 2022, it was announced by the Government of Canada that there have been over 44,000 MAID procedures. This is a 31.2 per cent increase from 2021, demonstrating that the procedure…
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The problem with self-diagnosing yourself
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During my psychology course, my professor began the lesson with a cautionary tale of the phenomenon “medical school disease”, when students use the textbook to self-diagnose. Self-diagnosis is partially inevitable; we naturally resonate with that which reflects our personal experiences – but to what extent? We fall for confirmation bias, receiving search results based on…
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How Movember spotlights men’s health
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Content Warning: This article mentions sensitive topics such as suicide. This November marks the 20-year anniversary of Movember. The movement sees men growing out their facial hair to bring awareness and raise funds towards men’s health. What started as an idea between 30 friends in Melbourne, Australia has evolved into a global initiative. The movement…
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Looking into Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome
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The belief that marijuana is an addictive substance has been a point of social and medical debate for over a century. While occasional users may overlook the addictive potential of this drug, medical cannabis, for some, marijuana use can become a regular and compulsory part of their day. But marijuana isn’t just to help relax…
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Unpacking Trauma and Mental Health
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As human beings, we go through life experiencing everything as a blur. One of the fascinating parts of humanity is looking into how certain negative and traumatic experiences can impact someone’s health and their lives without their direct knowledge. Although trauma is a nuanced and complicated word that can entail a wide range of definitions,…
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Snore your way to success by improving your sleep quality
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Lack of sleep might be the underlying culprit of issues with day-to-day motivation, mood, and health. Exam season is around the corner; use the following tips to build a proper sleep schedule so that your mind is clear, and you can better concentrate on your goals! A good night of sleep starts with a good…
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Laurier research collaboration studies the accessibility and health benefits of parks in Canada
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Park Seek, a pan-Canadian research project led by Western University, is studying the accessibility and quality of parks across Canada with researchers at Wilfrid Laurier University. “[Park Seek is] looking at the accessibility and quality dimensions of parks across the nature continuum,” said Catherine Reining, a lab coordinator in human geography at WLU. This includes…
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The Wellness Centre is here to help
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Laurier’s Wellness Centres provide physical, emotional and mental health services and resources for students on both campuses. “The services that are offered at the Student Wellness Centre encompasses medical health, as well as counselling and mental health support,“ Jenna Baronette, nurse manager at the Waterloo campus Wellness Centre said. Students can come in for issues…
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