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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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Lack of Effective Therapy for Suicidal Teenagers
As you read this article take a moment to contemplate that every 40 seconds somebody in the world has committed suicide. On average the world suicide rate makes up 10.07 per 100,000 people (CASP Blueprint for a Canadian National Suicide … Continue reading
The Ups and Downs of Stress
Stress, like many other things, is good in moderation. Acute stressors such as a deadline or a race motivate us to work hard. However, severe stress not only impairs our physical and mental health, but can also lead to depression … Continue reading
Sleepless Nights
You are considered insomnia by the Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS) if your answer to the simple question “how often do you have trouble going to sleep or staying asleep?” is “most of the time” or “all of the time”. … Continue reading
Myths & Facts about schizophrenia
If you ask people to describe someone who best fits the traditional, stereotyped idea of “crazy”, chances are most people will describe something like schizophrenia. But exactly how much do you know about schizophrenia? When it comes to mental disorders, … Continue reading
