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How Perfectionism Impacts Students’ Mental Health and Strategies to Overcome It

Perfectionism can be a heavy burden for students to carry, especially those who may already feel the weight of academic …

Caring for Caregivers: Strategies for Mental Health and Burnout Prevention

As a caregiver, you dedicate yourself to supporting loved ones, friends, and community members. You may feel emotionally invested in …

Embracing Authenticity: Layla Messner on Mental Health, Neurodiversity, and Stigma

Meet Layla Messner, an autistic artist, speaker, and advocate who is redefining the conversation around well-being and mental health. Layla …

Overcoming Bullying: Kristiyana’s Journey to Self-Acceptance

My name is Kristiyana Yordanova, and I am honoured to hold the title of Miss International Bulgaria 2024. As a …

Empowering Minds: No-Cost Stigma-Free Mental Health Resources for Educators

There is an ongoing mental health crisis among youth in Canada and the COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating effects on …

International Overdose Awareness Day: Breaking Stigma and Building Community

August 31st marks International Overdose Awareness Day – an event created to raise awareness about overdose prevention, support those who …

Celebrating National Nonprofit Day

Join us in observing National Nonprofit Day on August 17th! This day is an opportunity to acknowledge the work of …

The Hidden Dangers of Cyberbullying and Social Media Addiction

As our world becomes increasingly digital, concerns about the impact of social media and cyberbullying on young people’s mental health …

Honouring National Indigenous Peoples Day and Breaking the Silence on Mental Health

June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day, an event where we come together to celebrate Indigenous communities in Canada. This …

Living with CPTSD: Overcoming Stigma and Finding Hope

Content advisory: This article discusses sensitive topics related to CPTSD and abuse. When I was a teenager, I felt as …

May 24th is Schizophrenia and Psychosis Awareness Day

May 24th is Schizophrenia and Psychosis Awareness Day, an annual event dedicated to educating the public and showing support for …

Mental Health Week 2024: A Call to Be Kind

Mental Health Week is May 6th to 12th, which is an event established by the Canadian Mental Health Association to …

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