Category: Mental Health Services
New Position at Queen’s Focused on Fighting Stigma of Mental Health
The stigma of mental health issues is increasingly under attack, thanks in part to an announcement earlier this month by Bell Canada and Queen’s University in Kingston, ON: The creation of the…
Dementia: Warning Signs and What To Do
A national survey recently released by the Alzheimer Society of Canada shows that Alzheimer’s disease and related types of dementia impact an increasing number of people every year – and most of…
First Aid Training for Mental Health Issues
You probably know a few first aid basics; you may even have taken a training course or two. But what do you know about mental health first aid? Chances are, you probably…
The Most Common Mental Health Conditions
Your life has been impacted by a mental health condition, but do you know how? While at least one in five Canadians will have a mental illness at some point during his…
New Research Shows Suicidal Behaviour Could Be Genetic
Suicidal behaviour, when someone tries to end his or her own life, impacts thousands of Canadians every year. Often connected to mental health issues like depression, people of any age may feel…
Depression in adults: Depression in people over 40
Depression can strike at any age, but causes can differ. One important risk factor: those who’ve experienced depression earlier in life are more likely to develop it as an adult. Depression in youth can…
Depression in Youth: Depression in people under 40
When it comes to age, depression isn’t picky. It can impact someone at any age, for a variety of reasons. If you’re concerned about a friend or family, regardless of age, please…
Mental Health Addiction Alliance
Access to mental health services varies across Ontario It’s been a difficult few years for Ontarians, and if you’re feeling the stress, you’re not alone; a recent survey from the Canadian Association…
What Causes Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia: A reality shift that can be treated, but not yet cured Schizophrenia happens when something in a person’s brain isn’t working right. It’s a disease that alters what someone believes is…
Psychosis: Study shows prevention can work
Managing Psychosis For people living with psychosis, getting symptoms under control can be priority number one for themselves and their families. But new research emphasizes how important it is to look beyond…