When Mental Health Stigma Hits Home: Consequences and How Families Can Cope
In any given year, approximately 1 in 5 Canadian adults, or about 5 million people, experience a mental illness yet …
Breaking the Stigma: Inspiring Mental Health Stories from Rural Communities
For people living in rural and agricultural communities, seeking mental health support can feel nearly impossible. Stigma is a major …
From Awareness to Action: How Schools Can Make a Difference in Student Mental Health
There is a growing mental health crisis among young people in Canada, and they urgently need our support. A recent …
How to Start a Mental Health Club at Your School: Inspire Students to Lead the Change
Students across Canada are taking action to eliminate mental health stigma in their schools with Stigma-Free Mental Health Society’s Stigma-Free …
Scrolling Through Life: How Social Media Shapes Adolescent Mental Health and Identity
Adolescence is a time of self-discovery, a time when young people are exploring who they are and where they fit …
Supporting Youth Mental Health with AI – A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Artificial intelligence (AI) may offer innovative new ways for parents and caregivers to understand, monitor, and support their children’s mental …
Rural Minds Matter Awareness Campaign: Addressing Canada’s Rural Mental Health Crisis and Creating Change
Mental health challenges can affect anyone, anywhere – but for Canadians living in rural areas, these challenges are often more …
The Power of Personal Stories: Challenging Perceptions and Inspiring Change for Youth
Youth facing mental health challenges often feel isolated and misunderstood. Stigma can exacerbate these feelings, making it more difficult for …
A Beginner’s Guide to Navigating the Stigma-Free Toolkits: Supporting Students and Rural Residents’ Mental Health
Mental health challenges can impact anyone; yet many people, including youth and rural residents, often face barriers to accessing the …
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 …
