Tag: mental health

Mental Health Awareness Day 2024

June 12, 2024

Tomorrow’s not just another Thursday…it’s Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day! In Canada, an estimated one million men are battling major depression, and have a suicide rate three times higher than women, yet statistics show only 30% of people who use support services are men. Men face extreme pressures in today’s society, having been raised to … Continue reading Mental Health Awareness Day 2024 →

Mental Health & Wellbeing

January 31, 2022

Your mental health and wellbeing should always be a top priority. Many factors can affect your mental health, from the balance of work and relationships, to illness and your overall health. Having access to helpful support and resources can truly make all the difference when it comes to your mental health.One of the pharmacists at … Continue reading Mental Health & Wellbeing →

Mental Health & Physical Activity

April 26, 2021

Did you know that most physical activity can help you to feel good? The following activities have been shown to release endorphins and flood your brain with feel-good chemicals:• Running• Power walking• Hiking• Swimming• Cycling• Dancing https://cmha.ca/blogs/move-for-your-mood

Ideas to Promote Mental Health

April 14, 2021

Being affected by mental health challenges is more common than you might think. To promote optimism and positive mental health in your life and that of others, here are a few things you can do:• Plan an event or organize an activity, like a BBQ or book club• Engage in physical activity and encourage others … Continue reading Ideas to Promote Mental Health →

Early Onset Dementia

January 12, 2021

Did you know that dementia doesn’t just happen to people when they’re older? When the symptoms of dementia are presented before the age of 65, it is referred to as young or early onset dementia.At least 16,000 Canadians under the age of 65 are living with early onset dementia. The sooner a diagnosis is made, … Continue reading Early Onset Dementia →

Work-Life Balance

January 6, 2021

Do you have a good work-life balance? Take this quiz to find out! https://cmha.ca/work-life-balance-quiz

Mental Health and the Holidays

December 7, 2020

Over 6.7 million people in Canada have a mental health condition. Mental health describes your emotional, behavioural and cognitive well-being and should always be as equally as important as your physical health. The holidays can present a particularly difficult time for some who suffer from a mental health condition. Now is the time to reach … Continue reading Mental Health and the Holidays →

Alzheimer’s Disease

January 7, 2020

In Canada, cognitive impairment and dementia are present in nearly 20% of the elderly population. Screening can help improve the chances of early detection, which provides the opportunity for adjustment to the diagnosis while lucid and allows them to actively participate in planning for their future. https://alzheimer.ca/en/Home/We-can-help/Resources/For-health-care-professionals/Screening-and-diagnosis

Mental Health: Checking In

December 6, 2019

This season can be difficult for some. Check in with your loved ones that might need some extra help. Here are some general tips that may help you help a loved one: • Ask how you can help• Be patient• Listen and support If your holiday anxiety or stress is becoming severe or interfering with … Continue reading Mental Health: Checking In →

October 10th is World Mental Health Day

October 10, 2019

Close to 800,000 die due to suicide every year. Today is World Mental Health Day, a day for us to unite in our efforts to improve the mental health of people around the world. This year, we are encouraged to take 40 seconds of action to help improve suicide prevention awareness, reduce the stigma and … Continue reading October 10th is World Mental Health Day →