Kids and teens are constantly changing. They grow up quickly and before you know it, your giggly, energetic toddler is a teenager who sleeps until noon. As we grow, it’s normal to change as we learn new things and our bodies transform into our adult selves. But with all these changes going on, how can […]Continue readingMental Illnesses in Children and Youth
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Bipolar Disorder
Mood swings. We all have them once in a while. But for some people these mood swings can happen to the extreme.Continue readingBipolar Disorder
Supporting a Friend or Family Member
It can be scary when someone you love is sick. It can be especially scary if they’re diagnosed with a mental illness. It’s hard to see someone you love in pain and it’s confusing when someone you know well is not acting like themselves. You know how you would take care of them if they […]Continue readingSupporting a Friend or Family Member
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
People are strong, but some kinds of trauma can be overwhelming. After a traumatic event like a car accident or crime, some people continue to relive the experience through flashbacks and other challenges. It can impact their lives in a big way. This is called post-traumatic distress disorder, and it’s […]Continue readingPost-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Postpartum Depression
You’ve just had a new baby and this is supposed to be the happiest time of your life. But what if that joy doesn’t come so easily? What if you feel scared and overwhelmed by all these new responsibilities? What you may be experiencing is postpartum depression.Continue readingPostpartum Depression
Getting Help for Mental Illnesses
On this page: How do I know if I need help? Why should I get help? Who can provide help? How do I find help? Not sure where to start? Where can I learn more? One day, you develop a nagging cough, or get sharp back pain. You wait a few days to see if […]Continue readingGetting Help for Mental Illnesses
Depression
Sadness is a natural part of being human and feeling this way for a few days is normal. But if these sad feelings last for more than a couple of weeks and you start noticing that it’s affecting your life in a big way, you may be suffering from depression.Continue readingDepression
Anxiety Disorders
Suddenly your heart is racing, palms are sweaty, stomach’s churning. Your muscles are tense and your senses alert. Your mind is flooded with worries and fears that something bad will happen. This is anxiety; and we have all had it.Continue readingAnxiety Disorders
Mental Illness and Substance Use in the Workplace
One in five of us will experience a mental illness or substance use problem at some point in our lifetime. Even though these health issues can affect the way we work, many people don’t seek help because they fear they will lose the respect of co-workers—or even lose their job.Continue readingMental Illness and Substance Use in the Workplace
Unemployment, Mental Health and Substance Use
Seventy to 90% of people living with serious mental illnesses in Canada are unemployed. Research tells us that most people living with a serious mental illness want to work, but few do find work—and, often, the work doesn’t meet their goals or abilities.Continue readingUnemployment, Mental Health and Substance Use