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Health > Youth > Mental Health

Offers information on mental health issues that may affect youth such as mood disorders, schizophrenia, stress, eating disorders, and suicidal behaviour.


Bipolar I disorder, social support and work, 2002

Bipolar disorder is a highly disruptive chronic mood disorder, yet two-thirds of the people aged 25 to 64 who have the condition are able to hold a job. Having someone to help with the practical necessities of life appears to be an important factor in distinguishing people who are employed from those who are not.
Source:     Statistics Canada

High School: On the Front Line of Mental Health

High school is increasingly being seen as an important frontline to identify and support students who have a mental illness, so that young lives and futures are not completely derailed... Read more
Source:     Canadian Health Network

Mental Health Promotion - Youth projects

Links to mental health programs for youth
Source:     Public Health Agency of Canada

Reaching out to prevent suicide can save lives

Discusses who is most at risk for suicide, examines myths and facts about youth suicide, lists warning signs, provides facts and statistics, and offers advice to parents. Includes links to related resources.
Source:     Canadian Health Network