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Overdose Prevention
Aug 31st, 2018What is an overdose? Overdose occurs when someone takes one or more drugs in a quantity or combination that exceeds what their body can handle. Overdose can happen with many…
Care for the Caregiver
Aug 30th, 2018More and more Canadians take care of friends, family members, and loved ones of all ages living with a mental health problem, whether they live together at home or not….
Anxiety Disorders
Feb 28th, 2016We all feel nervous or worried at times. This anxiety can be a helpful feeling when it motivates us or warns us of danger. An anxiety disorder, on the other…
Supporting a Loved One
Feb 28th, 2016When someone you love has been diagnosed with a mental illness, you feel a mixture of emotions. Concern, compassion, disbelief, anger, relief, anxiety, grief, love, guilt…any and all of these…
Schizophrenia
Feb 28th, 2016Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness. One of the biggest myths around the illness is that it isn’t treatable. With the right supports, people can work or volunteer, be active…
Preventing Suicide
Feb 28th, 2016Suicide. It’s a difficult topic to bring up. However, when someone talks about suicide or brings up concern for a loved one, it’s important to take action and seek help…
Postpartum Depression
Feb 28th, 2016Bringing a new baby into the family can be challenging at the best of times, both physically and emotionally. It is natural for new parents to experience mood swings, feeling…
Phobias and Panic Disorders
Feb 28th, 2016Everyone feels scared at times. But sometimes, fear can come up in a situation that isn’t expected. This fear stops us from going about our usual routines or working towards…
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Feb 28th, 2016Many of us have small habits that make us feel better, but we can also live without them. For example, we might think of something as ‘lucky’ or have a…