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Myths About Mental Illness

WebMyth #5: People with mental illnesses are violent and dangerous. Fact: Some people try to predict violence so they know what to avoid. However, the causes of …

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Fast Facts about Mental Health and Mental Illness

WebIn any given year, 1 in 5 people in Canada will personally experience a mental health problem or illness. By age 40, about 50% of the population will have or have had a mental illness. Mental illness affects people of all ages, education, income levels, and cultures; however, systemic inequalities such as racism, poverty, homelessness

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Talking to Teens About Mental Health

WebWarning signs. These are some warning signs for common mental health problems. These signs may not point to a mental illness, but they show that it’s time to talk with your teen and then with a doctor or mental health professional to see what’s going on.

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Understanding Substance Abuse

WebUnderstanding Substance Abuse. Many people think of substance use problems only in terms of addiction, a dependence on alcohol or other drugs where someone needs to …

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Mental Illnesses in the Workplace

WebMental illnesses are health problems that affect the way we think about ourselves, relate to others, and interact with the world around us. They affect our thoughts, feelings, abilities …

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Programs and Services

WebNeed immediate help? Contact the intervention line 1-866-277-3553

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Mental Illnesses

WebCanadian Mental Health Association, Québec Division 55, ave du Mont-Royal Ouest, bureau 603 Montréal, QC, H2T 2S6 Open: Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

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Despair and suicidal feelings deepen as pandemic wears on

WebNew nationwide survey finds Quebecer’s mental health eroding [Montreal, Quebec ] (December 3, 2020) – The second wave of the pandemic has intensified feelings of stress and anxiety, causing alarming levels of despair, suicidal thoughts and hopelessness in the population.This, according to the newest wave of data collected through a nationwide …

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Mental Health Week

WebThe release of these findings aligns with CMHA’s 72 nd annual Mental Health Week, May 1-7, 2023. This year’s theme is MY STORY and aims to shine a spotlight on …

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Mental Health for Life

WebCanadian Mental Health Association, Québec Division 55, ave du Mont-Royal Ouest, bureau 603 Montréal, QC, H2T 2S6 Open: Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

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Concurrent Mental Illness and Substance Use Problems

WebA concurrent mental illness and substance use problem means that someone experiences a mental illness and, at the same time, uses substances like alcohol or other drugs in ways that could cause harm.

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Act for Mental Health

WebEmergency Departments aren’t the cure for our mental health crisis but there’s nowhere else to turn. Act for Mental Health calls for the promised Canada Mental Health Transfer …

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CMHA welcomes the creation of 9-8-8, the three-digit suicide …

WebMontreal, QC (November 30, 2023) – Beginning today, people anywhere in Canada can call and text 9-8-8 if they are thinking about suicide or are worried about someone who is. …

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How are we feeling

WebMay 3, 2021 – The pandemic is taking an emotional toll on people in Canada, as 77% of adults report feeling so-called negative emotions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. …

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Mental Health of Quebecers

WebThe Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Québec Division infographics aim to sensitize Quebecers to populations that have particular mental health challenges and realities. Please note: We are currently working on a series of infographics with various partners. More content will be available soon. Concerning state of mental health of

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