Toxic stress can derail brain development and result in poor physical and mental health and addiction. Fortunately, science tells us how to combat toxic stress: build resilience through positive supports.
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As Edmontonians continue to navigate the challenges posed by the pandemic, the need for education and compassion around mental wellbeing, both in our personal and professional lives, continues to grow.
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An event, Creating Hope Through Action, was held commemorate World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) on September 10th.
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Last year, Centre for Suicide Prevention and Living Hope developed safe messaging campaign materials to promote suicide prevention in pharmacies, and that campaign has found its way into Alberta pharmacies!
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There have been increasing calls to make health and wellness services more effective by directly engaging young people in service design, delivery & evaluation. That’s where Kickstand & MoreGoodDays comes in.
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Youth experiencing mental health concerns are more likely to talk to a peer than a professional. How can we help to enhance the mental health and well-being of youth and young adults?
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Suicide is a complex, multifaceted issue. The Alberta Suicide Prevention Community of Practice offers professional learning opportunities for those involved in suicide prevention initiatives across Alberta.
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The Working Mind was created as a means of supporting organizations to create workplace cultures that foster awareness, reduce stigma and support mental health and well being.
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Councillor Scott McKeen has been a champion for Living Hope from the very beginning.
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In its third year of implementation three key areas of focus have been identified to carry the plan to a fulsome realization of its core goals.
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A Men’s Shed is a relaxed and inclusive place, for men with time on their hands, to share stories and form friendships. A place to do that thing you have always wanted to do—or do nothing at all.
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Psychological harm and injuries can be just as debilitating and fatal as physical injuries. Building skills and increasing confidence in having tough conversations saves lives. Is your workplace Tough Enough To Talk About It?
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Technical Rescue Responder Aaron Hains with Edmonton Fire Rescue Services shares his experience assisting people in their time of crisis; an experience he describes as a privilege.
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At STEP, men feel heard and validate each other’s emotions. To find useful solutions, members focus on their healing more than their pain.
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A 2-day interactive course that will increase awareness on those factors that put people at risk for suicide, with an emphasis on Indigenous concepts of Wellness, drawing from Medicine Wheel teachings as participants move through 12 Modules.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has given Canadians unique mental health challenges. With close attention to risks and the implementation of best practices in suicide prevention, increases in suicide are not inevitable.
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Mental Health First Aid - Virtual is a brand new, highly interactive virtual adaptation of the Mental Health First Aid training program.
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76% of Canadian neighbours have experienced loneliness during the Pandemic
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Access 24/7 opened in the spring of 2019 with a vision of creating an accessible entry point for individuals seeking community addiction and mental health services within the Edmonton zone
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Two Spirit peoples were once revered in traditional societies but with colonization came loss. Edmonton 2 Spirit Society is a small grassroots organization dedicated to reconnection of 2S people within our community.
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