The certificate program in Psychiatric Vocational Rehabilitation (PVR) is now available in Canada and in module format. The PVRCanada certificate teaches people how to assist those diagnosed with a psychiatric condition to develop careers and educational opportunities. Developed for people who provide vocational support services for individuals with serious mental illness, the PVRCanada certificate will […]Continue readingPVRCanada certificate series now available
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Canada releases low-risk alcohol drinking guidelines
The National Alcohol Strategy Advisory Committee (NASAC) released Canada’s “Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines” on November 25, 2011. The guidelines will help health professionals across the country give evidence-based, consistent advice on drinking and its impacts on their patients. According to a 2002 study conducted by the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse, alcohol-related problems cost our […]Continue readingCanada releases low-risk alcohol drinking guidelines
DSM-5 proposed disorders under scrutiny (USA)
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-5), to be published in 2013, is receiving push back from some experts in the form of an open letter and on-line petition. The DSM is used extensively in the clinical field of mental health to diagnose and treat individuals identified with a recognized disorder. The fifth edition has received […]Continue readingDSM-5 proposed disorders under scrutiny (USA)
Canada releases low-risk alcohol drinking guidelines
The National Alcohol Strategy Advisory Committee (NASAC) released Canada’s “Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines” on November 25, 2011. The guidelines will help health professionals across the country give evidence-based, consistent advice on drinking and its impacts on their patients. According to a 2002 study conducted by the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse, alcohol-related problems cost our […]Continue readingCanada releases low-risk alcohol drinking guidelines
DSM-5 proposed disorders under scrutiny (USA)
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-5), to be published in 2013, is receiving push back from some experts in the form of an open letter and on-line petition. The DSM is used extensively in the clinical field of mental health to diagnose and treat individuals identified with a recognized disorder. The fifth edition has received […]Continue readingDSM-5 proposed disorders under scrutiny (USA)
Increased risk for diabetes for kids on antipsychotics (USA)
A new study by the University of Massachusetts finds that children who take antipsychotic drugs for the treatment of bipolar disorder, autism and other mental disorders may be at an increased risk of diabetes. Previously conducted research has linked “second-generation” antipsychotics to increased risk of developing diabetes amongst adults but this new study, published in […]Continue readingIncreased risk for diabetes for kids on antipsychotics (USA)
Raise drinking age now, lower suicide and homicide rates later (USA)
In a study to be published in the February 2012 issue of Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, researchers will show that a lower drinking age is associated with several adverse, long-term outcomes that include suicide and homicide. While this may not come as a surprise, the novel discovery is that youth who were legally permitted to […]Continue readingRaise drinking age now, lower suicide and homicide rates later (USA)
Meetings have started for Health Accord
Health ministers from the provinces and territories met in Halifax recently to discuss the 2014 Health Accord. These preliminary meetings were aimed at striking a new health deal between Ottawa and the provinces, with an expected focus on the pressures of managing aging populations, obesity and chronic disease. Meetings are anticipated to continue in January […]Continue readingMeetings have started for Health Accord
Nominations for CCHL Quality of Life Award
The Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) has opened nominations for the Quality of Life Award (QOLA) 2012. The QOLA is given to individuals or a team who, through their desire, dedication and creativity, improve the lives of their patients, families and communities. Nomination forms are in two sections. If you would like to nominate […]Continue readingNominations for CCHL Quality of Life Award
Research Snapshot: How do we improve social inclusion for people with mental disabilities?
People with mental disabilities face stigma and discrimination in their daily lives. Promoting social inclusion is important in order to overcome the discrimination and social barriers that prevent marginalized groups from living a full and meaningful life. In a recent article, Virginie Cobigo and Heather Stuart, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology at Queen’s University, […]Continue readingResearch Snapshot: How do we improve social inclusion for people with mental disabilities?