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Janelle Martel

I'm a content marketing writer with an editorial background and have experience writing for magazines, web publications, and content marketing clients for over a decade. I love creating engaging, informative content and breaking down complex research into actionable tips.

Medicare Guidance Simplified | Chapter •

Medicare Guidance Simplified | Chapter

The Goodwill senior discount varies at different stores, but most stores do offer special savings for seniors. Thrift shopping at places like Goodwill helps your budget go further. You can find unique items and give loved goods a second chance. Knowing what discounts Goodwill offers will help ensure that you’re getting the best bang for your buck.While there’s no nationwide Goodwill discount for seniors policy, many Goodwill stores do offer one. Typically, this ranges from 10% to 30% off regular...

Does Depression Ever Go Away? Understanding Long-Term Outcomes | Willow Health

Dealing with depression can be tough. Symptoms like fatigue, low mood, and losing interest in things you usually enjoy make it hard to believe that things will improve. If you’re wondering “Does depression ever go away?”, the good news is that depression usually does improve with treatment. As the most treatable mental health condition, almost all individuals who seek treatment for depression notice an improvement in symptoms.In this article, we’ll go over why depression can feel permanent as we...

How to Calm Down from a Panic Attack | Willow Health

Although they’re harmless, panic attacks can be scary. Common symptoms include a racing heart, trembling, shortness of breath, and a feeling of fear or dread. These symptoms can feel so intense that people might think that they’re having a medical episode. In fact, a significant number of individuals who visit the E.R. with heart attack symptoms are actually having a panic attack.If you’ve had a panic attack, you’re not alone. Up to 11% of people in the U.S. experience a panic attack each year....
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Can Medication Affect Your Sex Life? What Sex Therapists Want You to Know

Can medication affect your sex life? The short answer is yes. Some medications can affect sexual desire or performance. This includes medications for anxiety, depression, and high blood pressure. How do medications impact your sex life? Medications can lead to issues like low libido, erectile dysfunction (ED), arousal issues, and more. Many people don’t even realize that their medication might be impacting their sex life until they talk to a professional.

Talking about this can be tough, but it...
Modern Dog Magazine •

Should You Be Worried About Bird Flu? - Modern Dog Magazine

Wild birds carry the avian flu, which can be spread to other birds, and especially impacts domestic poultry, like chickens and turkeys. Although the bird flu can spread to mammals, it’s not common. Health Canada is currently reporting that the risk to humans is low, assuming that they aren’t in direct contact with birds. But what about dogs? Let’s take a closer look.
The bird flu is a type of infection that is caused by a flu virus, usually influenza A. The strain that vets and other health expe...
Keeping Tempo •

Exposure Therapy for Anxiety Disorders: How It Works | Octave — Keeping Tempo

If you experience anxiety, you’re not alone. Anxiety is the most common mental health condition and impacts nearly 30% of adults in their lifetime. Many therapies and medications can help with anxiety. However, exposure therapy, which is a kind of cognitive-behavioral therapy, is widely considered to be the most effective treatment for anxiety disorders. In this article, we’ll explain how exposure therapy works and why it is an effective treatment option.Exposure therapy is a type of cognitive-b...
Next Avenue •

How to Cope With Less-Than-Optimal Sleep

Simple steps to feel better and get back on track after a sleepless nightWe all know the benefits of getting a good seven to eight hours of sleep each night. But, sometimes, despite your best efforts, you just can't get the sleep that you need. One of the things that might be keeping you awake is the worry about how you're going to feel the next day if you're short on sleep.The good news is that the next day doesn't need to be a complete write-off even if you had an awful sleep. There are severa...
The Complete Guide to Retiring in Idaho •

The Complete Guide to Retiring in Idaho

Idaho experiences all four seasons. While winters can be harsh, if you enjoy the snow, you might enjoy the opportunity to ski or snowshoe. Or, you might enjoy relaxing in one of Idaho’s hot springs while enjoying the winter scenery.Idaho has a gorgeous, rugged landscape. Mountains and rivers cover the state, which has some of the largest unspoiled natural areas in the United States. As you might expect, outdoor activities are popular in Idaho. Hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, and fishing are...
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What Is Behavioral Therapy? Techniques, Benefits & How It Works — Keeping Tempo

More and more of us are becoming aware of the benefits of caring for our mental health. In fact, the 2024 Public Perception of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Poll found that 63% of adults feel comfortable discussing mental health in public. If you’re considering therapy to care for your mental health, behavioral therapy might be on your radar. It’s the most widely used type of therapy and the most studied. It’s the first-line treatment for anxiety, depression, attention-deficit hyperactivi...
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Is EMDR Effective for Anxiety and Panic Attacks? — Keeping Tempo

If you experience anxiety or panic attacks, you’re not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental health condition, and affect almost 30% of all adults at some point during their lifetime. Although experiencing anxiety might be common, getting treatment for anxiety can still feel overwhelming. Maybe you’ve tried some techniques and haven’t found them helpful, or you’re just not sure where to start.EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is one therapy that’s gaining...
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Post-Coming Out Depression: Why It Happens and How to Cope | Octave — Keeping Tempo

It's normal to feel anxious about coming out. You may worry about how friends and family will respond. But you might not consider how you’ll feel afterward. While some people feel relief and joy after coming out, others feel let down, confused, or emotionally exhausted. You might even experience symptoms of depression, like fatigue and difficulty sleeping. In this article, we’ll talk about why depression can happen after coming out, what feelings you might experience, and healthy habits to intro...
Modern Cat •

20 Cutest Cat Breeds & The Traits That Make Them Irresistible! - Modern Cat

We’ve rounded up the cutest cat breeds around to give you a peek into what they’re like to own.


With a super soft, fluffy coat and gorgeous blue eyes, the Ragdoll is perfect for snuggling up with. They get their name from a unique trait: they go limp when picked up, a sign of their docile temperament. Ragdoll cats are also known for being friendly and loving to play. Despite their large size—they’re one of the largest cat breeds—Ragdolls are known for being gentle and social.
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Modern Dog Magazine •

Why Do Dogs Lick Their Paws? - Modern Dog Magazine

We talked to veterinarians and behaviour experts who reveal what’s normal, what’s not, causes, and how to address excessive paw licking. We’ll go over the most common reasons for dogs licking their paws and provide you with action steps for managing excessive licking behaviour.
Is Your Dog’s Paw Licking Normal? Regular Self-Grooming vs. Obsessive Licking
Most of the time, dogs lick their paws as part of their regular self-grooming practices. While you might notice that your dog licks their paws...
Modern Dog Magazine •

Is My Dog Happy? 17 Signs You Have a Happy Dog - Modern Dog Magazine

“Dogs can’t speak to us, but they certainly communicate in other ways, including body language, vocalization, and behaviour,” says veterinarian Dr. Liza Cahn. “A happy dog will generally display relaxed body language, have a good appetite, and joyfully engage in activities with their family members.”
As a pet owner, you likely want to ensure that your dog is happy. While some behaviours, like your dog greeting you at the door with a wagging tail, are easy to interpret as happiness, others are a...
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Anger Management Therapist: How They Help & When to Seek One​ — Keeping Tempo

Anger is something we all feel. It's a strong feeling of hostility or annoyance. We often feel this way about someone or something that we think has wronged us. Anger brings feelings of tension and frustration. It can also come with physiological changes, like an increased heart rate and adrenaline levels. Experiencing anger isn’t always a bad thing. In most cases, it can help you release negative feelings, advocate for yourself, and solve problems. But when anger becomes excessive, it can impac...
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What Is a Mental Health Counselor? How They Help and When to Seek Support — Keeping Tempo

A mental health counselor provides talk therapy to help individuals with their mental well-being, focusing on issues like anxiety, self-esteem, grief, and relationships. To become a mental health counselor, a master’s degree in counseling or a related field is often required. Mental health counselors must also complete a licensing exam and have supervised clinical experience.Mental health counselors might specialize in working with a particular group of people, like children, or they might focus...
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How To Identify OCD Behaviors & Symptoms | Octave — Keeping Tempo

Written by: Janelle MartelObsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, is a disorder that is characterized by obsessive, repetitive thoughts and/or compulsive behaviors. While this can create significant distress, there are several available treatments that can help to manage these overwhelming thoughts and behaviors. In this article, we’ll discuss how to identify OCD behaviors to help you better understand symptoms and determine if you or a loved one could benefit from seeking treatment. Someone who...
Octave •

How To Stop Self-Sabotagining Relationships | Octave — Keeping Tempo

Relationships with others are an important part of human life. However, for some, perhaps due to difficulty with intimacy or a fear of being hurt or abandoned, self-sabotaging behavior can become a problem in relationships. In this article, we’ll cover signs of self-sabotaging in relationships, why individuals might self-sabotage, and provide you with tools to manage this behavior to build more authentic, meaningful relationships.If an individual fears failure or has low self-esteem, they might...
Modern Cat •

What Breed is My Cat? - Modern Cat

Because cats are so unique, even among littermates, it can be difficult to determine exactly what type of cat you have. However, there are some clues that you can gather from your cat’s physical characteristics and personality that can help you narrow down what breed of cat you have.
Dr. Liza Cahn says that “your cat’s size and weight may provide clues to their ancestry.” Most cats fall into the medium-size category, meaning that they are between 9 and 15 pounds. If your cat is above or below th...
Next Avenue •

No Time for a Full Workout? Add Some Exercise Snacks to Your Day

These short, intense periods of exercise typically less than two minutes can have big benefitsCan't commit to a full hourlong exercise workout or full strength training session? Try to add a few exercise snacks instead. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that adults get 150 minutes weekly of moderate-intensity activity such as brisk walking or cardio routines. It also recommends adults do strength training at least two days per week. For those who have a busy lifestyle or not a se...
Rocky Mountain Dog •

The Best Dog-Friendly Winter Hikes Across Canada | Rocky Mountain Dog

With so many of us spending more time at home lately, ensuring that you’re still getting outside even when the weather turns colder can have great benefits for your mental and physical health - as well as your pup’s! 
Of course, hiking during winter can require some extra preparation, so be sure to check out our guide to 10 Essentials for Winter Hiking with Your Dog to get you ready for your next excursion.
Once you’ve done that, get inspired to plan out your season of winter hiking with our f...
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