Hope for Mental Health

03/31/2026

03/30/2026

What is World Bipolar Day?

The vision of World Bipolar Day (WBD) is to bring world awareness to bipolar conditions and to eliminate social stigma. Through international collaboration, the goal of WBD is to bring the world population information about bipolar conditions that will educate and improve sensitivity towards the condition.

WBD is celebrated each year on March 30th, the birthday of Vincent Van Gogh, who was posthumously diagnosed as probably having a bipolar condition. 2025 World Bipolar Day Links

WBD is an initiative of the International Bipolar Foundation (IBPF) in collaboration with the Asian Network of Bipolar Disorder (ANBD) and the International Society for Bipolar Disorders (ISBD).

For those living with bipolar disorder, World Bipolar Day offers an opportunity to connect with others as well as assistance gaining access to valuable resources and relationships that can improve their lives through treatment. -

The vision of World Bipolar Day (WBD) is to bring world awareness to bipolar conditions and to eliminate social stigma. Through international collaboration,

03/26/2026

World Bipolar Day 2026 is observed on Monday, March 30th, with the theme to raise awareness and reduce stigma around bipolar disorder.

It is estimated that the global prevalence of bipolar disorder is around 2.8% and has been said to be as high as 5% and, according to the World Health Organization, is the 6th leading cause of disability in the world. In order to address this global problem, we need a global solution. With support from leading experts from around the world, groups like ANBD, IBPF, and ISBD are supporting efforts to investigate biological causes, targets for drug treatment, better treatments, better methods of diagnosis, the genetic components of the illness, and strategies for living well with bipolar disorder and this is just the beginning. Collaborations between research and advocacy groups are continuing to grow, and WBD is a tribute to the success of this strategy.

Whether you’re living with bipolar disorder, loving someone, or just supporting mental wellness, we’re all in this together. Join us to celebrate this year’s World Bipolar Day theme, , on March 30th!

This World Bipolar Day, connect and remind folks that they are not alone in what they’re going through. By sharing your story online with the hashtags, and , we can unite together to educate, empathize, and empower others. - https://ibpf.org/learn/programs/world-bipolar-day/

03/24/2026

Our friends CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth Branch are hosting some Social Wellbeing Sessions in April:

03/24/2026

03/19/2026

☑️We still have some spots left!
☑️The program is free
☑️register here: https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca/cgi/page.cgi/_evtreg.html?fee=74&evt=22®cmd=register

Openings available!!

Biology and Management of Depression/Trauma and Supporting Self Advocacy 8 - week education program.

Sessions will run:

May 2nd - June 20th - 10am-11:30am weekly
May 5th - June 23rd - 10am-11:30am weekly
May 7th -June 25 - 10am-11:30am weekly

the program is First come first serve, save your spot and Register today: https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca/cgi/page.cgi/_evtreg.html?fee=74&evt=22®cmd=register

03/18/2026

🌷 Spring is rolling in — and with it, a little more light, warmth, and hope. For many people who experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), this time of year brings a welcome sense of relief. Longer days, fresh air, and new routines can help us feel more like ourselves again.

💛 But if spring hasn’t brought that shift for you, you’re not alone.
Everyone’s journey looks different, and there’s no “right” way to feel as the seasons change. What matters is knowing support is here, and you don’t have to navigate any of it by yourself.

🌼 And to the caregivers out there — we see you.
Supporting a loved one through SAD or any mental health challenge can be both meaningful and exhausting. You deserve resources, guidance, and a community that supports you, too. We offer tools and programs designed to help caregivers feel informed, empowered, and less alone in the process.

👇 Learn more about how we can support you and your loved ones: https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca/index.html

Let’s step into spring with optimism, compassion, and connection. Brighter days are ahead, and we’re here for every step.

Hope For Mental Health formerly The Schizophrenia Society Nova Scotia, (SSNS) was established in 1982 to support individuals living with Schizophrenia and their families/friends.

03/16/2026

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is experienced by 1 in 50 people in the UK.

Despite this, it continues to be highly stigmatised and misunderstood.

Share this post so people get the facts on OCD symptoms.

03/12/2026

The Province will reinstate $53.6 million in grants and funding to support people with disabilities, seniors and education initiatives for 2026-27.

“Nova Scotians have spoken. We listened, and we are reinstating supports to disabilities programming, seniors programming and African Nova Scotian and Indigenous students. These are grants that help people meet their basic daily needs,” said Premier Tim Houston. “We wish we could do more. We will continue to look for opportunities to support all Nova Scotians as our fiscal picture improves.”

The government is reinstating $21.4 million in grants to support seniors and people with disabilities, and to help African Nova Scotians and Indigenous people access educational opportunities. Another $10 million will go back to organizations that support those groups.

It is also re-establishing $22.2 million in funding to community programs that support seniors, disability groups and the African Nova Scotian and Indigenous communities.

The deficit will now stand at $1.24 billion before contingency.

03/05/2026

Openings available!!

Biology and Management of Depression/Trauma and Supporting Self Advocacy 8 - week education program.

Sessions will run:

May 2nd - June 20th - 10am-11:30am weekly
May 5th - June 23rd - 10am-11:30am weekly
May 7th -June 25 - 10am-11:30am weekly

the program is First come first serve, save your spot and Register today: https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca/cgi/page.cgi/_evtreg.html?fee=74&evt=22®cmd=register