Trail use has increased during the coronavirus pandemic
Kathleen Doane and Susan Vaslet have been making it a priority to get outside and go for walks as often as possible throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “For our sanity, for … Read More
Tag: Mental Health
‘We’re not mental health professionals’: Even police call for change in handling wellness checks
For the family of Ejaz Choudry, a 62-year-old Mississauga, Ont. man, shot by police, every day without their loved one is a painful reminder of the tragic way he died. … Read More
Canmore athlete shares harrowing story of heartbreak and hope following death of wife in avalanche
Adam Campbell has tackled many great feats in his life that have not only required immense physical strength and grit, but also a high degree of mental fortitude as well. … Read More
Nearly 1 in 5 coronavirus survivors later diagnosed with mental illness: study
Many COVID-19 survivors are likely to be at greater risk of developing mental illness, psychiatrists said on Monday, after a large study found 20% of those infected with the coronavirus … Read More
Former cabinet minister shares family’s struggle as husband battles young-onset Alzheimer’s
Outside Lisa Raitt‘s Milton, Ont., home Monday afternoon, the former Conservative MP and federal transport minister takes a rare break from caring for her 61-year-old husband Bruce Wood to speak … Read More
Ontario man denied government-funded mental health support for having ‘complex’ case
When Elliot Hudson started having dark thoughts, and trouble getting out of bed in the mornings this fall, he knew it was time to ask for help. Hudson has struggled … Read More
N.S. Tories propose mental health care plan ‘with fewer barriers’
Nova Scotia’s Opposition has proposed a new plan for mental health care in the province, that they say is more accessible and “with fewer barriers” than the current system. During … Read More
‘I just hope students know they’re not alone:’ Dalhousie grad launches COVID-19 student support network
A recent Dalhousie University graduate has launched a new tool to help post-secondary students struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. Stacie Smith started working on the COVID-19 Student Support Network back … Read More
25% of Canadians say their mental health is worse than in 1st coronavirus wave: poll
Canadians continue to experience mental health difficulties due to the pandemic, with one in four saying their stress level is higher than during the first COVID-19 wave, according to a … Read More
Front-line nurses suffering psychological distress, burn-out amid COVID-19: association
Many nurses caring for COVID-19 patients are suffering burn-out or psychological distress, and many have faced abuse or discrimination outside of work, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) said. Supplies of personal protective equipment … Read More
Anxiety and depression due to COVID-19 highest in Nova Scotia: survey
Nova Scotians are most likely to experience high levels of anxiety and depression since the COVID-19 pandemic began country-wide, according to a report released Friday by Mental Health Research Canada. … Read More
New CAMH campaign aims to change Canadian suicide statistics
It’s the most severe outcome of mental illness and for most of us, it’s not easy to talk about suicide. In Canada, 11 people die by suicide every day. That’s … Read More
A Canadian coronavirus winter is looming — and it could ‘amplify loneliness’
Snow shoveling, frosty commutes, and long dark days. They’re things Canadians might not want to think about just yet. It’s only September, of course. So there’s still time to sit … Read More
Mental health: Newfoundland loosens COVID-19 rules for ‘rotational’ workers
Newfoundland and Labrador is rolling out new COVID-19 testing rules for people who routinely work outside the province and return on a set schedule. These so-called rotational workers typically include … Read More
‘Deeply disturbing statistics’ show COVID-19 is hurting kids’ safety: report
Between Alberta’s economic downturn and the Fort McMurray wildfires, Edmonton’s Food Bank was pushed to the limit in 2016. The organization bolstered staff and volunteers and purchased trucks to meet … Read More
13 Canadian hospitals launching national youth mental health project
A network of children’s hospitals is launching a Canada-wide initiative to improve early access to mental health care for young people. Canada’s Children’s Hospital Foundations on Wednesday announced the multimillion-dollar … Read More
Mental health emergency response service based on noted Oregon model could come to Toronto
A program based on a noted emergency mental health response service in Oregon could be coming to the streets of Toronto if advocates and city councillors have their way. The … Read More
Police wellness checks: Why they’re ending violently and what experts say needs to change
Questions are mounting about police officers’ roles in responding to mental health calls following the recent deaths of distressed people whose families sought help. Most recently, a 62-year-old man reportedly … Read More
People with mental illness are more likely to be victims of violence — not perpetrators
Ejaz Choudry, a 62-year-old Mississauga, Ont., resident, was in crisis and reportedly suffering from a schizophrenic episode when police entered his home on Saturday and fatally shot him. Police responded … Read More
‘Canada’s first psychedelic-enhanced psychotherapy centre’ changing how we treat depression
Field Trip’s timing was admittedly terrible. What’s been billed as the “first psychedelic-enhanced psychotherapy centre in Canada” opened the week before most of the country went into COVID-19 isolation. So … Read More
Social justice advocate says police not sufficiently equipped for mental distress calls
Two tragedies in recent weeks, both ending in the death of young Canadian women, have a mental health advocate calling for fewer police interactions in distress calls and more involvement from … Read More
Top doctor expresses concern over Canadians’ mental health amid coronavirus
Canada’s top health officer on Sunday expressed concern over higher consumption of alcohol and junk food during the coronavirus epidemic, suggesting this could be a sign of worsening mental health. … Read More
Antioxidants in brain linked to better outcomes for patients with psychosis: London researchers
A study out of Western University and Lawson Health Research Institute suggests that increased antioxidant levels in the brain are linked to quicker responses to treatment for psychosis, which is … Read More
Regis Korchinski-Paquet’s death reinforces need for major mental health, policing reforms: advocates
Almost a week after 29-year-old Regis Korchinski-Paquet fell to her death at a west-end apartment building, the co-chair of the Toronto Police Services Board’s anti-racism advisory panel says she has … Read More
How harm reduction measures are changing under COVID-19 pandemic
This is the final instalment of a special two-part series looking at how Canada’s opioid crisis has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. You can read Part 1 here. Keigan … Read More
How harm reduction measures are changing under the COVID-19 pandemic
This is the final instalment of a special two-part series looking at how Canada’s opioid crisis has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. You can read Part 1 here. Keigan … Read More
CAMH survey looks at binge drinking, financial anxiety during coronavirus pandemic
TORONTO – A recent survey of about 1,000 Canadians suggests heavy drinking is highest among younger people and those worried about personal finances due to the pandemic. The survey conducted … Read More
11 million Canadians could experience ‘high levels of stress’ due to COVID-19: Health Canada
As Canadians continue to stay home to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, prolonged isolation and worry about the pandemic has begun to take a toll on mental health. … Read More
Global mental health crisis looming due to coronavirus pandemic, UN warns
A mental illness crisis is looming as millions of people worldwide are surrounded by death and disease and forced into isolation, poverty and anxiety by the pandemic of COVID-19, United … Read More
Coronavirus: New research underway to screen for stress, burnout in Nova Scotia health-care workers
As the novel coronavirus pandemic sweeps Nova Scotia, a team of researchers is developing a screening tool to identify burnout in health-care workers tackling the crisis on the front lines. … Read More
Saskatchewan chief concerned about mental health impacts of COVID 19 in First Nations
A few months before the novel coronavirus arrived in Canada, the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation at Loon Lake, Sask. was already raising the alarm over suicides in the community, about … Read More
Free mental heath supports set up for Nova Scotians struggling with multiple tragedies
Maritimers are known for their resiliency, but 2020 has been a tough year and it’s testing the regions’ strength. “It’s been a devastating time for people,” said Dean Perry, a … Read More
Canadian troops urged to seek help as use of mental health services hits record low
By Global News Posted April 26, 2020 1:31 pm Smaller font Descrease article font size –A Larger font Increase article font size A+ Canada’s top military officer is urging his … Read More
For people with OCD and illness anxiety, the coronavirus outbreak is a ‘worst-case scenario’
The coronavirus pandemic is a “worst-case scenario” for Natalie, a Whitby, Ont., resident who was diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as a child. Global News has chosen to omit her … Read More
The best video call apps for large meetings, parties during coronavirus outbreak
Although we might feel physically isolated during the novel coronavirus outbreak, we are not socially isolated thanks to technology. In fact, mental health experts are encouraging people to seek quality … Read More
Quarantine that stress: Limit screen time during coronavirus outbreak, experts say
On a typical weekday, Sonya Kerr logs out of her social media accounts by dinner time. As a professional social media marketer and consultant, Kerr is required to be plugged … Read More
Make time to take care of your mental health during COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted life as we know it. From stores and restaurants closing, to government recommendations self-isolate, there’s lots of confusion and anxiety over what the future holds. … Read More
Coronavirus: 5 tips to find the best mental health tools online
As the number of cases of COVID-19 continues to rise across Canada, so, too, has anxiety and stress related to the pandemic. Related News Kaitlin O’Toole, an occupational therapist from … Read More
