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Loneliness
Humans are social animals ! And yet, our ways of life, especially in our Western societies, often lead to loneliness. For millennia, humans have been structured around close and constraining bonds, which...
The angel Gabriel - Jibril
With Christmas approaching, I wanted to write a text about a celestial figure of great importance because it unites Christians, Jews and Muslims: the angel Gabriel. His name in Hebrew means ''Man of God'', ''the strength of God'' or...
Stop the taboo of sexuality among seniors
Sexuality is touch, pleasure and contact with the body of the other. It is a universal need that strengthens the health and is a source of fulfillment and self-esteem. We make a mistake thinking that it doesn't exist among the elderly...
Autumn & winter trends at Chic chez vous
Since the beginning of the blog (two years ago), I have chosen to present you with in-depth articles on different topics related to aging and mental health. But since at Chic chez vous, we are also big fans of fashion for seniors and we...
Parkinson's disease: I love myself for who I am
In nearly 40 years, one in three Quebecers will be a senior. The population is therefore aging more and more, and with this phenomenon appears an increase in cases of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. I will write...
Immigration stories
Newly immigrants undergo important transformations in their social environment. This is the case of many employees that take care of the elderly and come from different countries.
The Quebec Federation of Massage Therapists
Since I was a child, I always liked to get massages. With the arrival of mental illness in my life, and the isolation that accompanies this condition, this need has become more present. Therefore, when my finances would permit it,
Work integration in mental health
As an occupational therapist, I had the opportunity to follow persons with mental health issues and who wanted to work. I noticed that work integration is difficult for them, not because of the person...
Social media and our mental health
When I was young, there was no social media. No, none. I had a small social network, some good friends but these were all in depth. We were not scared to call each other at any time to tell ouir stories. We would support each other. We would...
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