…mental health issue and that death by suicide is the second leading cause of death among 15-24 year olds. The needle hasn’t moved and our vision of mental health for…Continue readingStatistics Canada releases report on mental health of Canadians
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CMHA commemorates Transgender Day of Remembrance 2020
…Trans PULSE project based in Ontario, transgender people experience extremely high levels of depression and suicide, with over half in Ontario identifying symptoms consistent with clinical depression. A large source…Continue readingCMHA commemorates Transgender Day of Remembrance 2020
Canada Post grant recipients announced
…Health Association branches. In Ontario, CMHA Grand River Branch will host a support group to provide coping mechanisms for those at risk of suicide-related behaviours. CMHA Hastings and Prince Edward…Continue readingCanada Post grant recipients announced
Talk Today
…training in safeTALK, an accredited program that teaches individuals to recognize persons with thoughts of suicide and how to take action. Coaches, team staff and parents who provide support to…Continue readingTalk Today
UNITY publishes violence fact sheets (USA)
…risk for suicide, post-traumatic stress disorder, and aggressive and/or violent behaviour disorders. Also, the ability to learn is affected by violence at the community, individual, and institutional levels. Impacts include…Continue readingUNITY publishes violence fact sheets (USA)
Illumination of Peace Bridge, Niagara Falls, CN Tower reminder that it’s Mental Health Week (May 1-8)
…to better outcomes later in life. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Canadians between the ages of 10 and 24. One in five Canadians will experience a…Continue readingIllumination of Peace Bridge, Niagara Falls, CN Tower reminder that it’s Mental Health Week (May 1-8)
CMHA York and South Simcoe launch Ontario’s first mobile clinic for youth
…for youth was a top priority for its members. “Our greatest tragedy is the loss of young lives to mental illness, addiction and suicide,” said Shields. “We are excited about…Continue readingCMHA York and South Simcoe launch Ontario’s first mobile clinic for youth
World Sleep Day highlights importance of sleep for health
…to depression, suicide, and engaging in risk-taking behaviours. The 2024 theme for the day is Sleep Equity for Global Health, highlighting that while sleep is a fundamental necessity of life,…Continue readingWorld Sleep Day highlights importance of sleep for health
CMHA Supports International Transgender Day of Visibility
…transgender individuals rated their mental health positively, while 65 per cent rated it as fair or poor. Nearly half had seriously contemplated suicide, and 61 per cent had been diagnosed…Continue readingCMHA Supports International Transgender Day of Visibility
HSJCC conference call for proposals now open
…Forensic Self Care/Wellness Seniors Youth – Social Media / Bullying / Suicide Veterans/Post Traumatic Stress The deadline for submission is April 5, 2013. For more information, visit the HSJCC website….Continue readingHSJCC conference call for proposals now open