MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORTS
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORTS
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Do You Really Understand What Mental Health Means? Watch the Video Below to Find Out.
Do You Really Understand What Mental Health Means? Watch the Video Below to Find Out.
JUST LIKE PHYSICAL HEALTH, OUR MENTAL HEALTH CHANGES. WE GO THROUGH PERIODS WHEN WE DON’T FEEL AS MENTALLY WELL. ASK ANY ADULT IN YOUR LIFE, AND THEY’LL BE ABLE TO TELL YOU ABOUT TIMES WHEN THEIR MENTAL HEALTH HAS FLUCTUATED – IT COULD BE BECAUSE OF THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE, A CHALLENGE AT SCHOOL OR WORK, OR VARIOUS OTHER LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES THAT MAY FEEL OUT OF OUR CONTROL.
JUST LIKE PHYSICAL HEALTH, OUR MENTAL HEALTH CHANGES. WE GO THROUGH PERIODS WHEN WE DON’T FEEL AS MENTALLY WELL. ASK ANY ADULT IN YOUR LIFE, AND THEY’LL BE ABLE TO TELL YOU ABOUT TIMES WHEN THEIR MENTAL HEALTH HAS FLUCTUATED – IT COULD BE BECAUSE OF THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE, A CHALLENGE AT SCHOOL OR WORK, OR VARIOUS OTHER LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES THAT MAY FEEL OUT OF OUR CONTROL.
HOW DO I START A CONVERSATION?
HOW DO I START A CONVERSATION?
TO START A CONVERSATION YOU COULD SAY TO A TRUSTED ADULT ( A FAMILY MEMBER, FRIEND, CULTURAL LEADER, CHAPLAIN, TEACHER, COACH, FAMILY DOCTOR, GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR, ADMINISTRATOR OR ANY OTHER CARING STAFF PERSON AT SCHOOL):
TO START A CONVERSATION YOU COULD SAY TO A TRUSTED ADULT ( A FAMILY MEMBER, FRIEND, CULTURAL LEADER, CHAPLAIN, TEACHER, COACH, FAMILY DOCTOR, GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR, ADMINISTRATOR OR ANY OTHER CARING STAFF PERSON AT SCHOOL):
"Something has been bothering me. Can you help me find someone to talk to about it?"
"I've been feeling __________________ lately. Can I talk to you about it?"
"Do you have some time to meet with me? I have a problem I'd like some help with."
AVAILABLE RESOURCES
AVAILABLE RESOURCES
If you or someone you know is in CRISIS, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
You can also call:
1.Suicide Crisis Hotline: Call or Text 9-8-8 or click HERE
2. Telehealth Ontario (1-866-797-0000)
3. Black Youth Helpline (416-285-9944 or 1-833-294-8650)
4. First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Helpline (1-855-242-3310)
5. LGBT Youthline (text 647-694-4275)
6. Trans Lifeline (1-877-330-6366)
Some of these phone lines are open 24/7 and some have certain hours.
WHERE TO GO FOR MORE HELP OR FOR COUNSELLING?
WHERE TO GO FOR MORE HELP OR FOR COUNSELLING?
One Stop Talk
One Stop Talk
Offers children, youth (within 18 years of age) and their families immediate access to free mental health support. The program provides single session counselling support and ensures direct referral to additional service when needed. Services are provided through an integrated network of infant, child and youth mental health agencies across Ontario.
Click HERE for more information
SUPPORT FOR MENTAL HEALTH
SUPPORT FOR MENTAL HEALTH
RESOURCES FOR FEMALES AND VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE
RESOURCES FOR FEMALES AND VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE
WELLNESS: MANAGING ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION
WELLNESS: MANAGING ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION
Bereaved Families of York Region
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ADDICTION SERVICES
ADDICTION SERVICES
RACISM AND MENTAL HEALTH
RACISM AND MENTAL HEALTH
2SLGBTQI+ Youth
2SLGBTQI+ Youth
THE TRUTH ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
THE TRUTH ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
MENTAL HEALTH APPS
MENTAL HEALTH APPS
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