A new study conducted by researchers from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia shows that major depressive disorder is associated with increased risk for heart disease that starts in young adults. In a survey that included more than 7,000 participants under the age of 40 years, investigators found that young people with a history of depression […]Continue readingDepression and heart disease in young adults (USA)
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Suicide Intervention training should target family and friends (UK)
A new study from the UK suggests that additional suicide prevention strategies should be geared to social networks because 75 per cent of suicides occur in people who have not sought mental health care in the year prior to their death. In these cases, clinical intervention is not possible because no contact has been made. […]Continue readingSuicide Intervention training should target family and friends (UK)
SAMHSA changes mental health and substance abuse grants (USA)
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in the United States, has altered its approach to the administration of State Mental Health and Substance Abuse Block Grants. This change was undertaken to give individual States increased health funding flexibility and support in preparation for health coverage expansion in 2014. Changes will help States […]Continue readingSAMHSA changes mental health and substance abuse grants (USA)
NE LHIN focusing on chronic conditions
Chronic disease management and prevention are important components of good mental health. The North East Local Health Integration Network (NE LHIN) is addressing chronic conditions as a priority because people living in Northeast Ontario suffer from some of the highest rates of chronic disease in Ontario, and also have a higher percentage of people with […]Continue readingNE LHIN focusing on chronic conditions
CMHA Durham Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic
CMHA Durham held an Open House on November 1, 2011 to showcase its new Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic, which is now accepting new clients and their families. The clinic has the capacity to serve approximately 1,600 Durham residents when it is fully operational. The clinic provides primary health care services to Durham residents who do not […]Continue readingCMHA Durham Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic
Blog: Health as if everybody counted
The Population Health Improvement Research Network (PHRN) at the University of Ottawa, and CHNET-Works! have announced the launch of a new blog “Health as if everybody counted” that focuses on research and practice related to reducing health inequity. The blog is written by PHRN affiliate Ted Schrecker, with contributions from guest writers. Posts will provide […]Continue readingBlog: Health as if everybody counted
Information Request: Was the provincial election accessible to voters with mental health disabilities?
During the recent provincial election, did you or someone you know experience any accessibility barriers related to a mental health issue or disability? If so, please share your feedback to help make the next Ontario election even more accessible to voters with mental health issues or disabilities. The Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario Division (CMHA […]Continue readingInformation Request: Was the provincial election accessible to voters with mental health disabilities?
Review of Canada’s Registered Disability Savings Plan announced
The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is a savings vehicle introduced in 2008 to allow families and friends of individuals with physical and mental disabilities to invest in a savings plan that can be drawn upon for income later in life. The RDSP is exempt from ODSP. A review of the RDSP was scheduled for […]Continue readingReview of Canada’s Registered Disability Savings Plan announced
Health Gateway launched
Health Gateway is a new Ontario-focused, accessible web-based e-library for people living with complex chronic illnesses and episodic disabilities, and their caregivers. Health Gateway connects people to resources based on wherever they are in their care journey. It aims to facilitate access to important information that people need to manage their health and daily living […]Continue readingHealth Gateway launched
Complete MHCC’s Workplace Know-How Survey
The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) invites persons with mental health issues who are in or have been in the workplace, and who were previously or are currently receiving income benefits, to provide input into their Aspiring Workforce survey, “Workplace Know-How.” The Aspiring Workforce study was contracted to the Centre for Addition and Mental […]Continue readingComplete MHCC’s Workplace Know-How Survey