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What works 4 U? Share what treatments work for mental health problems

WhatWorks4U.org is a website developed by Professor Tony Jorm & the Population Mental Health research team at The University of Melbourne. The website lets young people share what treatments have worked for their mental health problems and learn what treatments … Continue reading

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Myth or Fact? Take the Quiz to Win!

Suicide is a topic that is not openly discussed by many people; there can be a lot of stigma associated with suicide and mental illness. An important part of raising awareness is knowing the facts. Test your knowledge by taking … Continue reading

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“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”: A Review from the MHAC Events Team

The Mental Health Awareness Club hosted a movie night on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 showcasing the five times Oscar winning One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. It was an enjoyable movie with some very thought-provoking scenes which generated a thoughtful … Continue reading

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Volunteer opportunity: Research study

Share your views on help seeking and campus support services: Contribute to innovative research from the University of Alberta Featurng guest writer, Erica Lauridsen, PhD Candidate, University of Alberta Are you a full-time student studying at the University of British Columbia? Are … Continue reading

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A new video from Early Alert

Early Alert it is a new approach by UBC to improve support for students who are facing difficulties that put their academic success at risk. Early Alert aims to achieve this goal by utilizing faculty and staff involvement as the … Continue reading

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