Older adults and suicide – Fact sheet
This resource was published in 2022. The data may be out of date. People 65 years and older, especially men, have a high risk of
Asian Mental Health: Seeking Help During the Pandemic
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a drastic effect on our mental health, especially for the Asian community. For many Asian people, stigma regarding mental health contributes to a hesitancy to discuss the issue. People do not know where to start when seeking out resources, help and treatment.
How COVID-19 can help us understand psychiatric illnesses
This morning I woke up to find that my nose was running, and I had a cough. Is it the dreaded COVID-19? The common cold? This year’s strain of influenza? Allergies?
Helping kids build resilience to bullying
In Canada, at least 1 in 3 adolescent students have reported being bullied and almost half of parents have reported having a child that is the victim of bullying. Yet, in most cases, bullying stops within 10 seconds when peers intervene, or do not support the bullying behaviour.
Stepping Together for Digital Mental Health and Addictions Services
Stepped Care 2.0© is an approach to delivering mental health and addictions services that helps people access the right care at the right time, from low-intensity informational resources to intensive in-person services. With many of those in need either not seeking or facing challenges in seeking access to mental health, substance use, or gambling supports, the Nova Scotia Health (NSH) Mental Health and Addictions Program (MHAP) has recognized that strengthening service options within a Stepped Care approach could benefit people in the province.
Mental Health and Substance Use During COVID-19: Spotlight on Suicidal Ideation and Substance Use
This resource was published in 2022. The data may be out of date. COVID-19 continues to seriously impact mental health and substance use concerns People
Speaking up about student mental health
To say I was not fully prepared for post-secondary studies is an understatement. It was not a question of intelligence or academic ability. It had more to do with my mental health and lack of support. Yet against all odds, I was successful and graduated from university. How did I manage to complete my degree
Manager’s Toolkit – Recognizing Declining Mental Health In Employees
“Some members of my team are performing well but have become noticeably withdrawn. Others are suddenly missing deadlines after years of great performance. I’m not
Manager’s Toolkit – Protecting Their Own Mental Health
“The time I spend trying to support my team as best I can takes a toll on me, too. Sometimes I feel like I’m drawing