RESOURCES
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BREATHE TO HEAL
Max Strom shares his thoughts about breathing, and demonstrates a breathing practice to cultivate calm in this fast-paced world.
REDUCING STRESS: THE MINDFUL WAY
Whether you browse this site to use one of the .mp3 files to meditate, or you take the entire Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course online, Palouse's site is a valuable resource for people trying to manage stress.
TWELVE TIPS TO IMPROVE SLEEP
Healthy sleep habits can make the difference between restlessness and restful slumber. Simple tips that work. A resource published by the Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School.
TREAT YOURSELF WITH KINDNESS
Dr. Kristin Neff's research on self-compassion has made this idea more understandable and accessible to us all. A series of TED talks are available for watching, and if you wish to try a practice or two, there's some of those too.
WAYS TO HELP A LOVED ONE AT RISK OF SUICIDE
Author Rhitu Chatterjee offers practical suggestions about how to help loved ones who are acutely distressed or talking about suicide.
MANAGING STRONG EMOTIONAL REACTIONS TO TRAUMATIC EVENTS
The Association of School Psychologists offers tips about managing strong emotional reactions to tragedy. A great resource for parents, teachers and families.
HELPING CHILDREN MANAGE DISTRESS IN THE AFTERMATH OF A SHOOTING
The American Psychological Association offers tips to parents who may be struggling with how to talk with their children about a community shooting at a school or elsewhere.
HOW TO HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH A MATE ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
The government of Queensland offers valuable and thoughtful tips on how to open a dialogue with loved ones and friends about mental health.
GET THE FACTS
Evidence-based fact sheets written by Psychologists are published online by The Canadian Psychological Association. A great place to start if you're trying to figure out how to help yourself or a loved one.
CONCUSSIONS - RESOURCES & SUPPORT
This resource from University of Toronto provides information about signs and symptoms, medical care, as well as suggestions for recovery, including return to sport and studies.
RESPONSIVE BEHAVIOURS IN OLDER ADULTS
Actions, words and gestures, such as spitting, hitting, and grabbing, may emerge as a result of changes in the brain. They typically signify an unmet need in persons with dementia, complex mental illness and/or other neurological disorder. Behavioural Supports Ontario offers information, tools, resources and links to programs in your area.
FEBRUARY IS PSYCHOLOGY MONTH
Every February, Psychologists host events to discuss how psychology contributes to the well-being of people and communities. Click to learn more about role of Psychologists in Canadian mental health.
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