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Diversity in Change Styles: Resilience in the Workforce

The future of work will not entirely mirror what it is today. Accelerated changes are reshaping businesses far and wide, influencing how organizations function and exist. From workplace goals and values to processes and operations, change is not only unstoppable, but its consequences impact both businesses and their people. Key takeaways:...

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ADHD’s Emotional Layer: The Dynamics of Dysregulation

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. These symptoms manifest differently across ADHD's varied presentations: predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, and combined. Each subtype has also been associated with emotional dysregulation to varying degrees, with the combined presentation often exhibiting more severe difficulties1. What...

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How Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Drive Safety Performance

In the evolving world of work, leaders are pivotal to the development and maintenance of workplace culture. A leader’s actions tell employees what the company values and deems appropriate behavior, such as safety-focused leadership conveying value in employee wellbeing. At the core of safety leadership are the emotional intelligence (EI)...

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ADHD Transitions: Navigating from Adolescence into Early Adulthood

Every developmental stage carries unique pitfalls and triumphs, and the progression from teenager to young adult is no different. The complexity of this transition is exponentially increased for youth with ADHD as they are confronted with new academic, relationship, and life skill challenges in the context of reduced structure and...

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Technology’s Impact on Desistance: Enabling Positive Change

In the evolving landscape of criminology, the concept of desistance—the process by which individuals cease and abstain from criminal behavior—is gaining prominence. Public safety organizations are shifting from a predominant focus on factors that increase risk to a focus on factors that also reduce risk. This shift recognizes the complexities...

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ADHD Evaluations and Executive Function for Student Success

Enhancing Outcomes: ADHD Evaluations focused on Executive Function Executive functioning can be defined as an overarching concept representing important cognitive processes, including planning, working memory, attention, inhibition, self-monitoring, self-regulation, and initiation. Challenges with executive functioning may not always be tied to a single diagnosis and can be observed across a large...

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Succession Planning is Changing – Here’s How to Keep Up

Key Takeaways: Succession planning is vital for maintaining organizational stability and progress. Without it, the sudden departure of key decision-makers can leave a company vulnerable. By integrating data gleaned from assessments into succession planning, organizations can make more informed decisions, ensuring the promotion of individuals who are well-suited for advanced...

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Assessing Executive Functioning to Build Workplace Resilience

Executive dysfunction in individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) presents significant challenges throughout their lifespan. It can impede various aspects of daily life, including maintaining personal tasks (e.g., paying bills), sustaining positive relationships, and achieving professional goals. This blog explores a case study inspired by a collection of real stories and...

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Enhancing Resilience and Social Competency in Gifted Education

Key Takeaways: While academic performance is often seen as the primary indicator of a student's future success, resilience, and social competency are equally important. These skills help students manage stress, navigate social situations, and build strong relationships, which are critical for success in school and their future careers. Gifted students...

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MHS named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

Toronto, ON—MHS is celebrating over a decade of being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. MHS has been recognized for its industry-leading performance, global business practices, and sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2024 Canada's Best Managed Companies award. Celebrating over 30 years, Canada’s Best Managed Companies program awards excellence...

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