Child & Youth Mental Health & Substance Use Kitimat Local Action Team

11/09/2018

Upworthy

https://www.facebook.com/354522044588660/posts/2717314304976077/

"No man should feel alone because they believe mental illness is weakness." (via The Mighty)

10/05/2018

20 'Harmless' Comments That Actually Hurt People With Anxiety

https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fthemighty.com%2F2018%2F02%2Fharmful-comments-said-to-people-with-anxiety%2F&h=AT35K48FAkpQk0xh1gCBVLF2Zb8MNZ0zIDLQEG6BoGkvl3KN-zcH_PYWQQHQLX3H7UKEZggqeVbeVvLaoJzxuiYqBIuell5C5UAm-KDrAPbY8kyfEc_CT9ASNj3wZpEhAW4I_rSw&s=1

"This is seriously one of the most detrimental things you can say to someone with anxiety."

10/05/2018

5 Ways to Challenge Toxic Self-Talk

5 Ways to Challenge Toxic Self-Talk

3. Find the evidence that the thoughts aren't true.

08/21/2018

Hard-Hitting Nature Valley Ad Shows The Terrifying Side Of Kids Addicted To Technology

Hard-Hitting Nature Valley Ad Shows The Terrifying Side Of Kids Addicted To Technology

Nature Valley Canada recently sat down three generations of families and asked them one simple question, "What did you like to do for fun as a kid?" Take a mome

07/04/2018

Video Game Addiction Now Listed As A Mental Health Problem

Video Game Addiction Now Listed As A Mental Health Problem

The World Health Organization has now listed video game addiction as a real health problem.

07/03/2018

Seven Podcasts For Mental Health And Well-Being

https://www.forbes.com/sites/pragyaagarwaleurope/2018/06/18/seven-podcasts-for-mental-health/

Here are seven podcasts that bring tips, strategies, practical advice through a series of honest and lively conversations to support mental health.

05/29/2018

CMHA BC Division

https://www.facebook.com/tamitikstatusofwomen/posts/625213671157504

If this is how you feel, there’s help.

05/28/2018

Did you know that if you text 741741 when you are feeling depressed or suicidal, a crisis worker will text you back immediately and continue to text with you? Many people, especially younger folks, do not like talking on the phone and would be more comfortable texting. It's a free service to ANYONE - If you like, join me in raising awareness for Mental illness (especially depression). You just have to copy & paste (not share).

05/28/2018

In High School, the Kids Are Not All Right | Edutopia

In High School, the Kids Are Not All Right | Edutopia

With social and academic pressure mounting, a teacher shares what he’s learned about tracking his students’ mental well-being.

04/25/2018

The Wild Child

The Wild Child

We could all use a bit more understanding and compassion in our lives, so if you or someone you love is contending with any of this, please be gentle.

03/14/2018

Balancing Our Minds Youth Summit-Kitimat

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/balancing-our-minds-youth-summit-kitimat-registration-43253641807

A Balancing Our Minds Youth Summit is a FREE one-day event for youth aged 15 to 18 that focuses on youth mental health and substance use, achieving the following goals: Increase knowledge and build awareness about mental health and substance use and available resources and services Decrease stigma t...

03/13/2018

Why It's Okay To Cut Toxic Family Members Out of Your Life - The Minds Journal

Why It's Okay To Cut Toxic Family Members Out of Your Life - The Minds Journal

"You should never compromise your mental, emotional or physical health for the sake of tolerating a toxic family member."

02/12/2018

Silent Tragedy: Every Parent Who Cares About The Future Of His/Her Children Should Read This

Silent Tragedy: Every Parent Who Cares About The Future Of His/Her Children Should Read This

Today's children are in a devastating emotional state! There is a silent tragedy developing right now, in our homes, and it concerns our most precious jewels.

01/31/2018

CMHA BC Division

CMHA BC Division

If you live with a mental illness, it’s vital to be watchful for the signs that your emotional wellbeing is taking a turn for the worse.