Maintaining mental health during COVID-19 involves creating routines, exercising, limiting news consumption, finding humor, staying connected, and focusing on what you can control while practicing self-care and gratitude.
Halloween can be challenging for those with depression or seasonal affective disorder, and it’s important to support them by understanding their needs and offering comfort without masking or ignoring their struggles.
During Thanksgiving, it’s important to offer support and empathy to loved ones struggling with mental illness or grief, as your unconditional presence can help them feel less isolated and more open to seeking help.
Anxiety disorders are on the rise and can significantly impact daily life, but seeking counseling and treatment can help manage symptoms and improve well-being.
With suicide being a leading cause of death for teens, especially during the back-to-school season, it’s crucial for parents to recognize warning signs and intervene early to ensure their child’s mental health and well-being.
Canada’s opioid epidemic, fueled by drugs like fentanyl and oxycodone, has claimed over 9,000 lives in two years, with increasing overdose deaths, highlighting the urgent need for mental health treatment and prevention strategies.
Managing anger involves recognizing uncontrollable situations, controlling your response through strategies like deep breathing, mindfulness, and humor, and seeking professional help when necessary to maintain emotional well-being.
