There is a lack of Canadian research on the mental health of newcomer youth. To fill this gap, researchers undertook a study that looked at the social determinants of newcomer youth mental health. They conducted a survey and focus groups with youth living in four areas of Toronto to better understand the economic and social […]Continue readingResearch Report Round-up: Determinants of mental health for newcomer youth
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Research Snapshot: Treatment recommendations for Aboriginal mothers with substance use issues
The needs of women with substance use issues who are pregnant or parenting are not being met by traditional addiction services. Aboriginal mothers are up against even more challenges. Researchers in Hamilton and Saskatchewan reviewed the evidence on integrated and Aboriginal treatment programs, and found that many of the programs for Aboriginal women are not culturally-sensitive; […]Continue readingResearch Snapshot: Treatment recommendations for Aboriginal mothers with substance use issues
Mt. Sinai Hospital launches Ontario Birth study
Researchers at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Toronto recently announced the launch of the Ontario Birth study which will follow thousands of women through their pregnancy, and their children, to see what effects in-utero exposure has on the later development of chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and mental illness. The Ontario Birth Study is […]Continue readingMt. Sinai Hospital launches Ontario Birth study
Study reveals impact of racism on trans people in Ontario
A provincial study has found significant rates of racism or ethnicity-related discrimination experienced among its trans person participants. The study is part of Trans PULSE, a community-based research project exploring the health impacts of discrimination and exclusion on trans people in Ontario. Researchers utilized data from surveys conducted in 2009/2010, completed by 433 trans people age […]Continue readingStudy reveals impact of racism on trans people in Ontario
Sudbury study finds significant link between social inequity and mental health-related ER use
Income impacts mental health with significant implications for the provincial health system. An analysis by the Sudbury District Health Unit (SDHU) found that the most socio-economically deprived neighbourhoods in the City of Sudbury experienced almost four times the rate of mental health-related emergency department (ED) visits than the highest income areas. If all Sudburians experienced […]Continue readingSudbury study finds significant link between social inequity and mental health-related ER use
Ombudsman cracks down on excessive force in correctional institutions
On June 11, the Ontario Ombudsman released his report condemning the use of excessive force in the province’s correctional institutes. While prison guards have the right to use physical force to manage inmates, such force should only be used appropriately and only to the degree necessary to gain control. The use of excessive force, the […]Continue readingOmbudsman cracks down on excessive force in correctional institutions
Man Therapy campaign (Australia)
The federal government in Australia has invested in a public awareness campaign aimed at suicide prevention for men. “Man Therapy” introduces humour to the topic of men’s mental health through advertisements on television, radio, print, social media and online. The campaign seeks to address Australia’s male suicide problem which is the leading cause of death for […]Continue readingMan Therapy campaign (Australia)
Work stress, lifestyle and coronary artery disease (Europe)
A stressful work environment has been associated with a 25 per cent increased risk of developing heart conditions, however new research shows that a healthy lifestyle outside of work may mitigate its effects. Researchers from University College London analyzed data from seven European studies that surveyed 102,000 people about their lifestyle and their work environments. All […]Continue readingWork stress, lifestyle and coronary artery disease (Europe)
Women who drop out of high school more likely to have depressed children
Researchers from McGill University, Montreal have found that children of women who dropped out of high school are two times more likely to experience a major bout of depression in early adulthood than children whose moms’ finished high school. The study took into account factors such as parental depression, adversity in early life, and the child’s […]Continue readingWomen who drop out of high school more likely to have depressed children
Mental Health Action Plan final draft (WHO)
The World Health Organization (WHO) presented a final draft of a “Comprehensive Mental Health Action Plan 2013–2020” at the World Health Assembly which took place in Geneva from May 20-28, 2013. The draft plan, in consultation with Member States, follows the adopted resolution of May 2012 to consider a comprehensive, coordinated response from health and […]Continue readingMental Health Action Plan final draft (WHO)