Sask. mother in mourning aims to start support group for those who lost a child
By Meaghan Craig Reporter
A Prince Albert mother in mourning has taken to social media to connect families who are dealing with the death of a child. Continue reading
Mental Health
London police hope to hire full time psychologist to address members’ mental health needs
Mental health was a big part of the discussion at Thursday afternoon’s police service board meeting. Continue reading
Judge rules lawsuit over solitary confinement in Ontario jails can proceed as a class action
The province did not oppose certification of the $600-million action whose representative plaintiff maintains his already fragile mental health was exacerbated by stints in segregation. Continue reading
Depression or young onset dementia? Here’s how to tell the difference
For people in their 40s and 50s, Alzheimer’s disease might be misdiagnosed as depression. Continue reading
Montreal photographer explores mental illness in new exhibition
By Billy Shields Photojournalist
A Montreal woman is using her love of photography to raise awareness about mental illness. Continue reading
Three Days Grace drummer Neil Sanderson named guest speaker for Friday Night Lights
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
To-date, Team 55 has raised nearly $500,000 for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Continue reading
Are dating apps doing damage to our mental health?
Content, photos and profiles are available on dating apps every day, all day, and can have an impact on your well-being — if you let it. Continue reading
Vancouverites issue ‘plea for help’ over drug use near Crosstown Elementary School
By Michelle Morton Reporter/News Anchor
“All the needles that we find… all the people with drug addiction, just general safety concerns for the kids.” Continue reading
Alberta woman speaks about her own loss at Lethbridge event marking World Suicide Prevention Day
By Malika Karim Videographer
An Alberta mother took to the podium to share her own very personal experience with loss at an annual event to mark World Suicide Prevention Day in Lethbridge. Continue reading
OPP Mobile Crisis Intervention Team program showing success
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
Peterborough County OPP Mobile Crisis Intervention Team has reached out to 70 people who have made mental health calls for service into the detachment. Continue reading
