Intergenerational trauma in Indigenous communities, stemming from the abuse and neglect experienced in residential schools, continues to affect descendants, leading to mental health challenges, substance abuse, and systemic struggles, while reconciliation and healing remain ongoing efforts.
Back-to-school anxiety, heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic, can manifest as resistance, mood changes, or somatic symptoms in children, but parents can help ease the transition with routines, positive reinforcement, and emotional validation.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
