Category Archives: Mental Health

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / May 4, 2020 / The Schizophrenia Society of Canada (SSC), with funding from Health Canada, is launching Cannabis and Psychosis, a campaign dedicated to supporting young people in learning about cannabis through examining the relationship between cannabis and psychosis. "There is a lot of information out there about the potential impacts of cannabis use for young people's developing brains and their mental health, especially regarding the link with psychosis," said Chris Summerville, CEO of the Schizophrenia Society of Canada (SSC). "With Mental Health Week here, we want to make sure people, especially vulnerable youth, are informed of the potential risks." Since the 2018 legalization of cannabis there has been a shift in the conversation and increased need for public education about non-medical cannabis use in Canada. Continue reading →

New and expectant mums who are struggling with their mental health are being reminded that support is still available during the COVID-19 crisis. Continue reading →

This photo is used for illustrative purpose. Gulf Today Report Although staying in isolation is a necessary measure for public health and safety, it may have a detrimental effect on peoples mental health. If your mental health is suffering during these periods of self-isolation, here are some ways you can ensure that your emotional and mental well-being are safeguarded. Continue reading →

By Rebecca Ruiz2020-04-28 21:36:50 UTC There's no shortage of local, state, and national helplines that offer support to people during emotional or mental health crises. The problem is that they've not been easily accessible in one searchable database, which means it might take callers or texters reaching out for help longer to find the resources they need. A new website launched Tuesday by the Pandemic Crisis Services Coalition aims to change that Continue reading →

Billboard.com will be marking Mental Health Month, which kicks off today, with various projects. Today, we have a retrospective of 31 songs, one for every day of the month, that speak to the importance of maintaining a positive mental outlook Continue reading →

Since May is Mental Health Month, Solvista Health has announced that is using this month to highlight #Tools2Thrive. These tools can be used daily by individuals to prioritize their mental health, resiliency in face of trauma and obstacles, support those who are struggling, and work towards a path of recovery. Continue reading →

The Mental Health Commission is concerned about significant inconsistencies in the application of guidance relating to the testing of mental health staff. Continue reading →

A new online wellbeing hub has launched today enabling Surrey residents to access a range of mental health and emotional wellbeing sessions virtually from the comfort of their own home. Surrey Virtual Wellbeing is designed to become a one-stop-shop where those who require mental health or emotional wellbeing support can view, register and access online activities including virtual coffee mornings, group chat sessions and tailored exercise classes all sessions that ordinarily would have been held face to face prior to the current lock-down measures. The Hub hosts a range of activities and support sessions from Surrey third sector organisations including Community Connections (Richmond Fellowship, Catalyst, Mary Frances Trust and their partners), Age UK Surrey and The Surrey Coalition of Disabled People Continue reading →

Judy Darcy is B.C.s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions. Arlen Redekop / PNG The COVID-19 pandemic has changed almost every aspect of our lives. Many of us are living with isolation and loneliness, financial worries, the challenges of home-schooling our kids and working from home as well as the fear of becoming sick with COVID-19. Continue reading →

To help those who are having trouble coping with isolation with current circumstances caused by the global pandemic, Rio Grande City hosted a virtual mental health summit Wednesday, offering tips and resources to deal with that newfound stress. The summit featured Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal, a licensed professional counselor; Dr Continue reading →