The CatalystConversations on Mental Health
Reducing stigma improves mental health outcomes – so what can be done to promote compassion and systemic change?
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#ChatSafe guidelines for young people show how to safely discuss self-harm and suicide online
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Is it time to take a pause – for your mental health?
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Why I keep naloxone at work
Read moreTech Support
Online mental health support is breaking down barriers. We look at the potential of artificial intelligence and strategies for avoiding the pitfalls
Read moreTackling Teen Tech Addiction
As schools take on tech giants, experts weigh in on the broader implications of excessive screen time on youth mental health.
Read moreWhat is It Like Living with Schizophrenia?
At 26, Gillian Corsiatto of Red Deer, Alta., is a published author – her debut novel, Duck Light, asks the serious question: “How can one break free of societal expectations?” More books and plays are underway. She’s also been a keen improv performer with Bullskit Comedy.
Read moreBook Club – Lifeline: An Elegy
Writing Your Raw Reality: Stephanie Kain’s novel changes the narrative on supporting someone with mental illness.
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Is Mental Health Funny?
It may not be the most chuckle-worthy subject – however, in public outreach campaigns, it turns out a few laughs can lighten the mood. For this year’s Mental Health Week – focused on the healing power of compassion – we look at ways of connecting and sharing messages that promote health with humour.
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Hip hop as a therapeutic approach to building bridges with youth
Read moreRallying as an Ally
Ahead of the International Trans Day of Visibility – an annual event dedicated to supporting trans people and raising awareness of discrimination -- the Stigma Crusher reflects on ways of showing up and showing support.
Read moreBest of The Catalyst 2023
Top reads worth revisiting from the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s magazine.
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When we speak openly about challenges, illnesses, problems, and wellness, we recognize that mental health is part of our overall health. Such conversations can be a gateway to meaningful change, and the holiday season feels like an especially good time to tackle the complexities and multitudes of our mental health.
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The easy-to-remember three-digit number for suicide crises means that people in need of immediate support can call or text for help.
Read more‘We’re At Time’
In this fourth and final piece in the series, we explore the costs of therapy and the financial decisions people make when seeking help.
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A Roof of One’s Own
The lack of housing options brings its own kind of homesick feeling. We look at the link between housing and health in the second of the series for Financial Literacy Month.
Read moreDo You Have Money on Your Mind?
Uncertain financial futures are taking a toll on our mental health. We look at the link in this series kickoff for Financial Literacy Month.
Read moreSurviving Suicide Loss
Navigating stigma, grief, and loss and finding healing, hope, and community support after a death by suicide. A personal story
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