…this youth theme will be parents/ caregivers as they continue to play a key role in the lives of youth and provide critical support. How mental illness is impacting Canadian…Continue readingCMHA’s 62nd Annual Mental Health Week will run Monday, May 6 to Sunday, May 12, 2013 and will focus on youth mental health
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Calling all creative youth! Reach others and improve mental health policies through artistic expression
…Canada’s (MHCC) Youth Advisory Council is developing a youth-focused summary of the Mental Health Strategy for Canada, which outlines a vision for transforming the nation’s mental health system. To support…Continue readingCalling all creative youth! Reach others and improve mental health policies through artistic expression
Prescription drug abuse rising among Aboriginal youth
Health Canada’s “Youth Smoking Survey” reveals that the abuse of prescription painkillers is five times greater amongst Inuit youth than among non-Aboriginal youth. In a presentation at the Canadian Public…Continue readingPrescription drug abuse rising among Aboriginal youth
Minding Our Bodies: Piloting the Eating Well for Mental Health project
…“Expression of Interest” form, which is due by 4:00 pm on Friday, July 9, 2010. For more information and to download the form, visit the Minding Our Bodies website atwww.mindingourbodies.ca….Continue readingMinding Our Bodies: Piloting the Eating Well for Mental Health project
Youth in Action forum will explore healthy living programs
…new physical activity and healthy eating programs for youth. Register online for the Youth in Action forum at youthinaction.eventbrite.com. For more information about the Minding Our Bodies project, visit www.mindingourbodies.ca….Continue readingYouth in Action forum will explore healthy living programs
CMHA York and South Simcoe launch Ontario’s first mobile clinic for youth
…and reminders for appointments via text. A youth advisory committee will ensure that services remain relevant and client-centered. Once fully operational, the clinic will serve over 2,000 youth per year….Continue readingCMHA York and South Simcoe launch Ontario’s first mobile clinic for youth
Research Snapshot: factors that affect youth hospitalizations for mental health problems
Inpatient hospitalization is one of the most expensive types of treatment for youth living with mental health problems. As a result, it’s important to understand what affects how long youth…Continue readingResearch Snapshot: factors that affect youth hospitalizations for mental health problems
Understanding Common Legal Issues in Child and Youth Mental Health
…When capable youth refuse treatment It can be concerning if a child or youth refuses services that a health care provider offers. Work with the young person to talk through…Continue readingUnderstanding Common Legal Issues in Child and Youth Mental Health
National anti-bullying initiative trains youth leaders
…Each of the youth will in turn train at least 20 additional people each, for a total of nearly 50,000 youth leaders. Youth-led anti-bullying workshops will also be given in…Continue readingNational anti-bullying initiative trains youth leaders
Child and Youth Mental Health
…Indigenous Children and Youth Justice and Youth Mental Health Legal Issues Loss and Grief Mental Health Resources in Schools Psychosis Residential Treatment Self-Harm Stress Substance Abuse Suicide Transitioning from Youth…Continue readingChild and Youth Mental Health