From Isolation to Purpose
After battling loneliness and chronic pain, one woman discovered a new sense of belonging by supporting her unhoused neighbours—offering a lesson in the power of connection and mattering.
Photo: Jessica Blaine Smith
Christine Sismondo, PhD
Breaking Barriers
Systems need to hear from those they serve – these advocates and leaders drive policy change and push for cultural awareness and lived experience in decision-making. Meet the Mental Health Commission of Canada Youth Advisory Council Co-Chairs: Em Alexander and Colbi Mike.
Health Care
A Measure of Progress
It starts with learning. A free course on dismantling structural stigma in health care aims for meaningful change for people experiencing mental health and substance use issues.
Society
Crushing It
Reducing stigma improves mental health outcomes – so what can be done to promote compassion and systemic change?
Society
Tough Talk Made Better
#ChatSafe guidelines for young people show how to safely discuss self-harm and suicide online.
Society
Tackling Teen Tech Addiction
As schools take on tech giants, experts weigh in on the broader implications of excessive screen time on youth mental health.
Money & Mental Health
Power and Purse Strings
A lack of economic awareness or control over one’s finances can have long-term impacts. We look at the link between intimate partner violence and money in the third article of our series for Financial Literacy Month.
