…trying to end their lives, but they can experience those thoughts. When they self-injure, they are trying to cope with difficult or overwhelming thoughts or feelings. Warning Signs People who…Continue readingYouth and Self-Injury
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Understanding Psychosis and Finding Help Early
…Signs and symptoms of psychosis can emerge suddenly, or very slowly. It can be more difficult to notice the changes when the onset is slow. Signs of psychosis can include:…Continue readingUnderstanding Psychosis and Finding Help Early
CMHA speaks out on responsible reporting of suicide
A new series by the Woodstock Sentinel Review examines the role that the media plays in the stigma surrounding suicide and mental health issues. Reporting on suicide as a public…Continue readingCMHA speaks out on responsible reporting of suicide
McGill research reveals positive impact of CMHA Ontario’s Talk Today program in Canadian Junior Hockey League
…one of the most comprehensive mental health awareness and suicide prevention programs for amateur sports in Canada. Its aim is to promote suicide prevention, the mental health of young athletes…Continue readingMcGill research reveals positive impact of CMHA Ontario’s Talk Today program in Canadian Junior Hockey League
Primary care and suicide prevention (USA)
…manage suicide risk. These organizations selected a group of experts who participated in a Call to Action on Suicide Prevention in Primary Care Practice. The group’s goals were to identify…Continue readingPrimary care and suicide prevention (USA)
Mothers hope to lift veil of stigma of suicide in powerful new video
An emotional video available exclusively from CMHA London-Middlesex features two mothers who share their profound grief in order to try and help others impacted by the affects of suicide. Behind…Continue readingMothers hope to lift veil of stigma of suicide in powerful new video
New provincial suicide guidelines being developed
…chair the new OHA task force on suicide prevention. “I am excited to work with a diverse group of experts in suicide and suicide prevention from across Ontario. Importantly, these…Continue readingNew provincial suicide guidelines being developed
Suicide rates rising for Canadian girls
…separated the groups by gender and suicide method. Their analysis revealed that there has been an annual average decrease in suicides for children and adolescents, but a closer drill down…Continue readingSuicide rates rising for Canadian girls
Fall 2000: Youth Mental Health
…looks at the biggest risks that our young people face as they enter their teenage years. Recognizing the Warning Signs It’s crucial that teachers and guidance counsellors are helped to…Continue readingFall 2000: Youth Mental Health
Depression and Bipolar Disorder
…possible can do a lot to reduce problems or challenges. Relapse prevention plansprepared when youre welloften map out early warning signs, list treatment strategies that have worked in the past,…Continue readingDepression and Bipolar Disorder