Mental
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YOUR MENTAL HEALTH IS IMPORTANT!!!!
YOUR MENTAL HEALTH IS IMPORTANT!!!!
HOW TO TELL IF ARE BURNT OUT MENTALLY........
HOW TO TELL IF ARE BURNT OUT MENTALLY........
ARE YOU:
ARE YOU:
- ALWAYS TIRED?
- IRRITABLE?
- EXPERIENCING CHANGE IN YOUR APPETITE?
- FEELING ISOLATED?
- EXPERIENCING SHIFTS IN YOUR MOOD?
THERE IS HELP FOR YOU!!!!
THERE IS HELP FOR YOU!!!!
Take a second. Watch this video. Relax!!!!
Its very important to recognize the signs of mental burn out. Recharging your mental batteries can be easy as:
Taking a walk
Sipping a warm beverage
Squeezing a stress ball
Taking deep breaths
Talking to a trusted person
Watching a favourite comedy
Listening to your favourite song on repeat
Good mental health means eating well. Try to eat healthy as your diet can boost your emotional wellbeing.
Eat fruits and vegetables daily. Drink water instead of pop.
GET MOVING!!! Physical activity releases endorphins that affect your mental state positively. Here are some easy activities to try:
Go for a run
Yoga
Weightlifting
Take your dog for a walk
Go swimming
Put on your favourite music and dance
REMEMBER TO GET ENOUGH SLEEP! Recharging your mind requires that you rest well.
Trouble sleeping?
Put on some soothing music
Drink something warm
Put away the cellphone!
Turn the TV off
If Insomnia persists, contact your family doctor. Get help! Stay Healthy!
For help with stress resulting from COVID 19 contact: BOUNCE BACK
http://www.bouncebackonline.ca/
SELF REGISTER NOW!
Free skill building program designed to hep youth 15+ and adults manage depression and anxiety.
Call the BLACK YOUTH HELPLINE : 1-833-294-8650/ 416-285-9944
Multicultural helpline
Service in French and other languages
Stay in School Initiatives
Address Concerns of families with the school system
Parent and family Support (counseling, parental guidance, women's health)
Black Mental Health Canada
www. BLACKMENTALHEALTH.ca Tel:239-432-1377
This is Canada's only specifically designed mental wellness resource for BLACK people. Specifically designed for low income, at risk black youth.
Across Boundaries https://www.acrossboundaries.ca/
1-888-640-1934
Mental health services for racialized communities.
Support groups
Community outreach
Multi-lingual
Accepts self referral
Here to Help- Mental Health Support for Indigenous People
Aboriginal Crisis Helpline 1-800-588-8717
Available 24 Hrs
ONE VOICE ONE TEAM https://onevoiceoneteam.org/
Empowering youth to realize their leadership potential.
Programs:
Virtual Summer Camp
Man Up
Get Fit
Contact: 905-487-0150
Email: info@onevoiceoneteam.org
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7Qqer833OI#action=share
Viewer discretion is advised. Graphic images and stories!
If you feel like you want to talk to someone now, there is help available:
Visit crisiscentrechat.ca to chat online with a crisis responder. Available from noon to 1:00 am everyday
Visit kidshelpphone.ca or call 1-800-668-6868. for teens and kids (ages 20 and under), professional counsellors are available 24 hours daily. Free and confidential assistance!
Youth in BC : Visit youthinbc.com to chat online with a crisis responder. Available from 12 noon to 1:00 am daily
Are you or anyone you know struggling with an addiction?
You are not alone. You are brave and strong enough to overcome. Here are some resources to assist you in winning the fight:
Indigenous Friendship Centres are geared to helping indigenous persons living in urban areas. Visit OFIFC.org or call 1-800-772-9291 to find a Friendship Centre near you. Programs include:
The Healthy Living program
(Friendship centres offer programs geared toward every facet of life)
Substance Abuse Program for African Canadian and Caribbean Youth(SAPACCY)
Call 416-979-6815 (Press 2 after dialing)
Self referrals accepted
Portage is a free residential program for youth that helps youth overcome dependency on addictive substances. Visit portage. ca or call 416-531-1333 to fill out a self assessment questionnaire.
If you have experienced trauma due to racism, violence or abuse and need support contact:
RITES for African Canadian Youth at Central Toronto Youth Services
Call: 416-924-9100
Due to COVID 19, services have moved online. For crisis help contact 1-866-585-6486 or 1-800-668-6868
Legacy of Hope Foundation offers training to help promote reconciliation in indigenous communities by teaching about the impact of inter-generational trauma due to residential schools.
Contact:877-553-7177
You can get involved by following Legacy of hope on Facebook or Twitter
heretohelp.bc.ca is an organization geared towards helping persons heal from trauma and substance addictions. Call 1-800-744-2433
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