Issues around mental health and mental illness can be complex, particularly when workplace stressors become a factor. Canada’s first national standard on psychological health and safety in the workplace was announced in January and provides organizations with guidelines on preventing mental injury, reducing psychological risk, and promoting a mentally healthier workplace. To help address these […]Continue readingEnsure psychological safety in your organization by attending a Mental Health Works workshop
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UK report warns mental health services require preparation as needs increase
A new report by the Mental Health Foundation warns that the current UK health system will soon be unable to cope with the growing number of people with a mental health condition. The report is a result of the Foundation’s Inquiry into the Future of Mental Health Services, which aimed to review the provision of mental […]Continue readingUK report warns mental health services require preparation as needs increase
Organizations promote mental health throughout October
You may be hearing even more news about mental health in the month of October. That’s because: The entire month is deemed Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month (with a focus on mental health) Tuesday, Oct. 1st through to Sunday, Oct. 6 is Mental Illness Awareness Week Thursday, Oct. 10th is World Mental Health Day The theme […]Continue readingOrganizations promote mental health throughout October
Research Report Round-up: Economic Impact of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Disorder
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) have serious public health, social, and economic impacts. Individuals with FASD often have health issues and special needs that require ongoing support. When support is not available, they may face challenges related to mental and physical health, addiction, education, employment, and involvement with the justice […]Continue readingResearch Report Round-up: Economic Impact of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Disorder
Research Snapshot: What affects staff members’ interest in participating in the dissemination of EBPs?
While there is a growing number of ways to prevent and treat substance use issues, it can take a long time for these approaches to make their way into agencies. In particular, there is a need to develop more effective ways to implement evidence-based practices (EBPs). A key part of this consists of getting people […]Continue readingResearch Snapshot: What affects staff members’ interest in participating in the dissemination of EBPs?
Announcing Communities of Interest: Year Two!
Evidence Exchange Network (EENet) is delighted to announce the second year of its Communities of Interest (CoIs) initiative. Last year, EENet supported 14 CoIs, and this year, the network is pleased to award support to 12. Renewed funding from the Drug Treatment Funding Program has helped make this possible. The network has also partnered with the […]Continue readingAnnouncing Communities of Interest: Year Two!
Mental health advocate shares inspirational story about struggle with suicide
Mark Henick, a case manager from CMHA Toronto, earned the opportunity to share his story and views about suicide at the TEDxToronto Conference on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013. TEDxToronto is an event where participants are selected to speak in front of an audience about a relevant issue and share ideas in hopes of drawing inspiration and […]Continue readingMental health advocate shares inspirational story about struggle with suicide
Workplace mental health on the agenda at Queen’s Park
A new private member’s bill is calling on the provincial government to endorse the new National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace. Accompanied by Kimbalin Kelly, board chair for the CMHA Halton Branch, Oakville MPP Kevin Flynn introduced his bill on September, 12, 2013. Flynn urged members of the legislature […]Continue readingWorkplace mental health on the agenda at Queen’s Park
New StatsCan reports highlight Canada’s mental health needs
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario and Addictions and Mental Health Ontario (AMHO) applaud Statistics Canada for its effort to assess and explore whether the mental health care needs of Canadians are being met. However, both CMHA Ontario and AMHO have concerns about the data Statistics Canada released on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013. The new […]Continue readingNew StatsCan reports highlight Canada’s mental health needs
CMHA Ontario voices concerns about StatsCan mental health data on local, national media
With the release of new mental health data from Statistics Canada, the Canadian Mental Health Association shared its reaction to the news with a number of media outlets. The new data is from the 2012 Canadian Community Health Survey – Mental Health, the most comprehensive national survey conducted on mental health and substance use issues in […]Continue readingCMHA Ontario voices concerns about StatsCan mental health data on local, national media