Seniors Canada On-line
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Canada's Trusted Information Source for Seniors, Caregivers, Families and Service Providers.
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A to Z Index
The A to Z Index presents a list of sites that relate to a specific subject. For example, if you were looking for anything to do with 'injuries' you would click on the letter 'I', then click on the subject 'injuries'. This would give you a list of all sites that have been assigned the subject 'injuries'.
"Stress"
No information found for Yukon Territory on this subject.
The following links, however, may be of interest:
Canada
Anxiety Disorders: Future Directions for Research and Treatment
The authors focus on the six major types of anxiety disorders and provide information on prevalence, risk factors, comorbidity patterns, health care utilization, and economic costs associated with these disorders.
Source : Health Canada
Are you caring for someone with Alzheimer Disease?
Taking care of someone with Alzheimer Disease requires time and energy. It can be a demanding task. Knowing and recognizing the signs of stress in yourself or someone you care about is the first step towards taking action. This brochure includes 10 signs of caregiver stress, and 10 ways to reduce caregiver stress.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
Canadian Traumatic Stress Network
The Canadian Traumatic Stress Network's mission
is to be the Canada wide network of resources
dedicated to the advancement of traumatic stress services through education, training, public awareness, professional development, and research.
Source : Canadian Traumatic Stress Network
Caring for an elderly parent
You are taking care of an elderly parent living at home. His or her increasingly precarious condition is a cause for concern. You are feeling exhausted, stressed out and anxious, and you have the impression that you are losing control of your personal and professional life. What can you do?
Source : Institut Universitaire de Gériatrie de Montréal
Caring for Someone With Alzheimer Disease? Take Care of Yourself Too! (PDF Format)
Taking care of someone with Alzheimer Disease requires time and energy. It can be a demanding and stressful task. Knowing and recognizing the signs of stress in yourself or someone you care about is the first step in taking action.
Source : Alzheimer Society of Canada
Funerals
Most people avoid thinking about funerals until faced with the death of a loved one. When you wait until this time of stress and grief, it can be hard to make the necessary decisions. This Web page gives information to help you make those decisions.
Source : Industry Canada, Office of Consumer Affairs
How can I best deal with the stresses of being a caregiver?
This Web page gives information on caregiver stress and gives resources to assist them.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada. Canadian Health Network
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.
Mental Health
The Canadian Health Network (CHN) is a national, bilingual Internet-based health information service. On this site you will find information about how to identify and deal with emotional, psychological and psychiatric problems. You will also find resources to help reduce stress, lead a balanced life, and optimize your mental health.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada. Canadian Health Network.
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
Stress
Your reaction to stress can affect your mental and physical health; so it is important for you to learn how to deal effectively with stress as it occurs.
Source : Canadian Mental Health Association
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