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Depression Vignettes
This Web page features vignettes on depression, prepared by the National Advisory Council on Aging.
Source : Health Canada
Getting Help: When & How
Most of us go through life solving our day-to-day problems without needing help to cope with our feelings. But sometimes, things get out of hand. A severe illness, an accident or an emotional crisis can overwhelm us, at least temporarily, and suddenly we need help. This fact sheet helps you know when you need help and how to get it.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
Grief After Suicide
If someone close to you has just committed suicide, we hope this pamphlet will help you understand that you are not alone in your struggle and that help is available. If you have a grieving friend or relative, this pamphlet may help both of you understand and cope with this difficult time.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
Grieving
If someone close to you has just died, we hope this pamphlet will help you understand that you are not alone in your feelings and that help is available. If you have a grieving friend or relative, this pamphlet will help both of you understand and cope with this difficult time.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
Health Promotion
The following information is meant to provide information about health promotion theory and practice within the mental health addictions fields.
Source : Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
How Do I Keep My Body and Mind Healthy?
Stresses the importance of good nutrition, physical activity, and mental activity. Includes tips for seniors on how to eat well, get active, and get involved. Prepared by the Harper Alberta Council on Aging Foundation and the Consumer Health Information Service.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada. Canadian Health Network.
Internet Mental Health
Internet Mental Health is a free encyclopedia of mental health information.
Lewy Body Disease
Lewy body Dementia is a form of progressive dementia identified by abnormal structures in brain cells called "Lewy bodies." Lewy body Dementia can occur by itself, or together with Alzheimer or Parkinson's Disease.
Source : Alzheimer Society
Lewy Body Disease Association
The Lewy Body Disease Association is a site for the support and education of people with Lewy Body Dementia and their caregivers.
Source : Lewy Body Disease Association
LewyNet : Dementia with Lewy Body
This Web site provides information on dementia with Lewy Bodies.
Source : LewyNet. University of Nottingham.
Men's mental health: a silent crisis
This article discusses men's mental health.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada. Canadian Health Network.
Mental health programs
Descriptions of mental health programs offered by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.
Source : Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
The Myths of Mental Illness
In spite of the fact that every Canadian knows someone who has been, or will be, affected by mental illness, few people know very much about it. If you want to help remove the social stigma of mental illness, we hope this pamphlet will give you some useful information and ideas.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
Phobias & Panic Disorder
This site contains general information about phobias and
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
This Web site gives general information on Post traumatic stress disorder.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and war-related Stress information for Veterans and their families.
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (Eligibility)
Entitlement eligibility guidelines for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder - Veterans Affairs Canada
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Preventing Suicide
Suicide is a reality, and it is more common than you might think. The possibility that suicide could claim the life of someone you love cannot be ignored. By paying attention to warning signs and talking about the "unthinkable", you may be able to prevent a death.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
The SAD season
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a recognized mental condition - one that can often be debilitating - that mostly affects people in the fall and winter.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada. Canadian Health Network.
Schizophrenia
This Web page gives general information on Schizophrenia.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
Schizophrenia: A Handbook for Families
A guide to help families understand Schizophrenia.
Source : Government of Canada. Health Canada
Seasonal Affective Disorder
This fact sheet gives information on Seasonal Affective Disorder, a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
Seniors Health - Public Health Agency of Canada
Public Health Agency of Canada provides a wealth of information on health concerns affecting seniors
Source : Public Health Agency
Seniors' Mental Health - A Guide for Home Care Staff (PDF Format)
This guide provides practical tools and check lists to assist frontline staff to support the mental health needs of seniors. Published by the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association.
Seniors' Mental Health Through Home Care - A Policy Guide
This guide presents a case for considering seniors' mental health in the review and development of home care policy. Published by the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association.
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