International Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day, observed on August 31st, aims to reduce the stigma around drug-related deaths, promote overdose prevention, and encourage action to support those affected by substance use.
Category: Blog
Bullying Among Youth and Its Effects On Mental Health
Bullying among youth, including verbal, social, physical, and cyber bullying, has severe mental health consequences, such as depression, anxiety, and self-harm, and requires intervention and prevention to protect victims and reduce long-term effects.
Post-COVID Self-Care For Healthcare Workers
Post-COVID self-care for healthcare workers is crucial for maintaining physical and mental well-being, addressing risks like burnout, trauma, and anxiety, and ensuring they can continue to provide care without compromising their own health.
Indigenous Mental Health
The discovery of unmarked graves at residential schools has reopened deep generational trauma for Indigenous communities, highlighting the ongoing mental health struggles and the importance of seeking support for healing.
Celebrating Pride Year Round
While Pride month in June celebrates and supports the LGBTQ+ community, it is important to continue offering respect, love, and mental health support year-round for individuals facing rejection or struggles related to their identity.
Having Mixed Feelings About Re-Opening?
As we navigate the reopening process, it’s normal to feel a mix of excitement and anxiety, and it’s important to embrace these emotions, reflect, and find ways to process the changes in our routines.
Father’s Day and Men’s Mental Health
Father’s Day is a great opportunity to reflect on the important men and father figures in our lives, while also recognizing the importance of addressing men’s mental health, which often goes unspoken despite its significant impact.
Mental Health For Men and Women
Mental health struggles affect both men and women, with each gender facing unique challenges, but both can benefit from support and treatment, emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health without stigma.
Could it be That we are Lying Dormant?
The feeling of dormancy or “blah” during the pandemic may be a natural period of rest and quiet growth, waiting for the right conditions to activate our potential and creativity.
Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a time to honor and appreciate the diverse roles of maternal figures while also acknowledging the complex emotions the day may evoke for those with different experiences of motherhood.