Articles to Support Your Health and Well-being
Mental health is health. To help with day-to-day stress and challenges, we’re offering 10 tips to boost yours.
What are the five stages of grief? We describe each, and how to find support through the grieving process.
The New Year naturally imparts a sense of change. Whether or not you make resolutions, stop for a moment and consider the changes you might like, and why.
As fall sets in, we collectively shift from vacation vibes back to a regular routine. Plan your daily routine to maintain health and wellness.
Watch the video to see how reaching out to 988 can offer support and relief for those feeling overwhelmed.
Abuse occurs when people mistreat or misuse other people, showing no concern for their integrity or innate worth as individuals, and in a manner that degrades their well-being. Abusers frequently are interested in controlling their victims. The following service providers offer services for victims of abuse across Canada,.
Beat workplace stress by reaching out.
Stop the Bullying
Understanding Therapy – Article 3
Bipolar disorder is much more complicated and grave than dealing with the ups and downs of normal life.
Struggling with a new move? Here are some things to consider when coping.
What is Bullying?
Watch Calvin’s inspiring journey from despair to hope as he leads vital mental health support in the video.
Children mourn differently than adults but still need guidance to help them process difficult emotion.
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can help you make sense of overwhelming problems by breaking them down into smaller parts. CBT is based on the concept of five areas being interconnected and affecting each other.
Nobody is an expert at handling all of life's challenges and difficulties. Sometimes it just seems that no matter what you try on your own, it just isn't enough.
Having a heart attack or being diagnosed with heart disease is a life-changing event. And, it can be challenging to make the necessary changes to help live a heart-healthy life.
“When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable,” writes best-selling self-help author Brené Brown, “we feel used and mistreated.”
What is Cyberbullying?
Going to a professional counsellor can be a worthwhile growing and stabilizing experience, good for times when you have specific problems, interpersonal problems, or generally feeling down. But what should you expect?
"I don't remember what it's like to be happy...", "Sometimes, I get really angry and irritated with the people I love..."
What are the symptoms of depression in men and women? Helping identify the symptoms is a positive step towards awareness and well-being
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Did you know that approximately 1 in 12 Canadians age 20 and over live with diagnosed heart disease?
"I don't know what the big deal was, I was still fine to drive...", "I thought it wouldn't tempt me, being around it..."
Are you familiar with the term microbiome? It’s one that encompasses the trillions of microbes, including bacteria, that live in our bodies.
Effects of Bullying on Mental Health
Attending a comedy club can provide men with a refreshing break, laughter, and social interaction.
Experimenting with BBQ recipes, whether smoked or marinated, can be a rewarding and relaxing activity for men.
Reaching out for help with suicidal thoughts can lead to healing. Understanding how to get support is the first step towards a brighter, hopeful future.
Depression is a painful experience but one that does not have to continue. Read about the best scientifically-proven methods to relieve depression in this article.
A Guide To Counselling and Other Forms of Mental Health and Well-Being Support
There are also many types of loss that can happen in the workplace besides death
Loss can be very stressful and take a physical toll on your body.
A lack of resiliency to adverse, stressful, or exciting situations can be indicative of a mental health condition.
Mental Health Commission of Canada
It’s important to treasure the life of an amazing person.
Why our thoughts are powerful enough to impact the way our brains are wired.
Borderline personality disorder has historically been viewed as difficult to treat. But with newer, evidence-based treatment, many people with borderline personality disorder experience fewer and less severe symptoms, improved functioning, and an improved quality of life.
With awareness, motivation, desire for change, and repetitive practice, we can alter our thoughts and emotions.
Learn some tips and strategies for helping your loved ones
Here are some self-care activities that may help to relieve symptoms of depression, prevent depression from recurring, and/or help other treatments work most effectively.
Are you thinking of starting therapy? Here are some question to ask yourself and what to expect.
Do you feel overwhelmed by juggling your work and personal life? You're not alone.
When it comes to talking to a loved one about mental health, it can be very uncomfortable because as a society we are still living with a lot of stigmas and there isn’t enough information out there to help us know how to start such a conversation. Fortunately, there's a proven way to start that conversation.
Watch the video to learn how your support can be a lifeline for someone in need.
If you’re concerned that someone you manage may be suicidal, start by having a conversation. You might feel unsure about what to say, but the main thing is to be calm and non-judgmental. You don’t need to solve their problems or understand ‘why’ – just listen and encourage them to seek support or check in with their health professional.
Engaging someone who is experiencing suicidal thoughts with empathy and understanding can be crucial in helping them find the support they need.
By pinpointing the specific situations or obsessive thoughts that set off your rumination, you can begin to develop coping strategies to break the cycle
A magnet of my mom
Intellectual self-care: engaging in activities for cognitive growth and well-being. Explore its significance, strategies, and benefits for lifelong learning.
Research shows not everyone needs therapy — but everyone needs some form of mental health support.
Did you make New Year’s resolutions that are already forgotten? Avoid the emotional rollercoaster by setting yourself up for success.
CBT Tips to Overcome Rumination and Obsessive Thinking
Nobody is an expert at handling all of life’s challenges and difficulties. At some time in our lives, each of us may feel overwhelmed and may need help dealing with our problems.
Telehealth can help make mental health services easier and more convenient to access and provide.
Got 60 seconds? Take a mental health minute to learn about stress and anxiety in adolescents.
Stop the Stigma
Seeking help for your mental health is brave
Watch the video to discover powerful ways to prevent suicide and offer hope—your awareness and action can save lives and make a real difference.
If you think that you or a loved one may have depression, it is important to seek treatment. A person with depression cannot simply “snap out of it”—it is a medical condition that affects your quality of life. The good news is that, in most cases, depression is treatable in older adults.
Challenging the stigma associated with mental illness takes understanding, education, and a closer look at our own attitudes toward health.
Various treatments and therapies offer hope for those struggling with suicidal thoughts, helping them find healing and a path to a brighter future.
Why do we wear pink on Anti-Bullying Day?
"I didn't even want to go to sleep, the nightmares were so bad...", "I felt like I was right back there, that horrible day..."
Understanding Therapy – Article 5
Self-care crucial for miners to address physical and mental challenges. Effective strategies enhance well-being, safety, and job satisfaction in mining.
THE BENEFITS OF TALK-BASED THERAPY
Understanding warning signs and risk factors of suicide empowers us to offer timely support and create a positive impact on those in need.
What is the stigma of mental health conditions and substance use? Why is it important to break it?
Resilience means being able to adapt to life's misfortunes and setbacks. Test your resilience level and get tips to build your own resilience.
Try these tips and resources to Build Resiliency
How does therapy help with mental health problems?
Strategies for looking after yourself
When you live with depression it can be easy to neglect basic care for yourself but it doesn't have to be!
Spiritual self-care brings peace and connection. Learn its importance, daily strategies, and how it boosts fulfillment and emotional well-being.
Small acts of kindness matter. Listen, reach out, suggest help, educate, connect, and advocate for mental health.
Understanding Therapy – Article 4
Mental Health Misconceptions
Why it’s essential to reach out
Panic attacks are quite common. Ever wonder why our bodies are reacting in such a way? Let's break it down.
Know the signs to protect yourself and others.
Every life is valuable. Reach out, seek support, and remember: there's hope and help available.
Know what the signs are - look out for those who need us most
Support young people with suicidal thoughts by listening empathetically, encouraging professional help, staying connected, and promoting healthy coping.
Terry Fox’s journey from cancer survivor to "Marathon of Hope" runner shows that even in darkness, hope and perseverance can inspire and make a difference.
Every person is unique and responds to each type of counseling differently, so it is important to consider the right counseling style that fits your needs, your personality, and your comfort level.
Everyone experiences stress, but men tend to handle it differently than women.
Everyone copes with grief differently, and some people are able to remain resilient, with little to no impact on psychological functioning.
Suicide impacts individuals and communities profoundly. Understanding this helps us foster empathy and support, building a more connected and caring society.
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can be as effective as medication in treating some mental health problems, but it may not be successful or suitable for everyone.
In this short video we explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), how it works and if it might be right for you.
Suicide’s impact extends beyond the individual, affecting families, communities, and society. Recognizing this can inspire collective compassion and change.
It’s normal to feel a gaping hole where that person existed in your life. Hold their memory close as you move forward.
Avail - The creation of To-Do list feature can help you in many ways.
Work on regulating emotions and bodily sensations. Somatic strategies focus on the connection between the body and mind.
Anxiety is more than having sweaty palms and butterflies in your stomach.
Planning ahead for a relapse may help to reduce the severity of a future depression and make recovery that much faster
According to the APA, there are five main categories of psychotherapy or talk therapy. (American Psychological Association)
Understanding Therapy – Article 2
Every person has the power to contribute to suicide prevention. Simple acts of kindness and support can help save lives and create a more caring world.
Is it better to receive medical results immediately or to wait for a clearer picture of the condition and interpretations from a healthcare professional?
Shift workers can improve their well-being with better sleep, healthy eating, regular exercise, stress management, and professional support.
Foundational tips to better yourself during stressful times
How can I cope with grieving a loss?
Talking openly and freely in a supportive, relaxed, confidential environment makes the counselling experience a safe one.
“Resilience is a muscle. Flex it enough and it will take less effort to get over the emotional punches each time.” Alecia Moore
Understanding Therapy – Article 1
A therapist can help pinpoint core issues, triggers, negative or harmful patterns of behavior, and more to aid in treatment of a problem.
Looking for a counsellor? First and foremost remember this: one size does not fit all.
Most psychotherapy takes place with a licensed and trained mental health care professional and a patient meeting one on one or with other patients in a group setting. How do you choose from your options?
Talk therapy, also called psychotherapy, is the process by which a person attends sessions with a therapist to talk through their experiences
How to figure out if you need help with your Mental Health
IS IT TIME TO SEE A THERAPIST? PROBABLY!
Routines for kids and families are a foundation for peaceful days.
Talking about mental health breaks stigma and opens doors to hope.
