A handbook for children and their parents and caregivers on functional abdominal pain (FAP). It covers what FAP is, what causes it, how the gut, brain and pain is connected, and more.
Taking a moment to slow your breathing can help to manage anxiety and calm feelings of stress. This guided breathing video helps you to observe and slow your breath.
The BC Psychological Association offers free access to a listing of Registered Psychologists in your area. You can search by location, area of concern and therapy method.
A listing of specific resources, topics, and supports to help with childhood trauma.
This video describes what families can expect when they meet with a health professional about their child’s mental health for the first time, and how to prepare themselves and their child for that first meeting.
A video series that shows effective strategies that can be used across home and school settings to better support students in developing the skills needed for social, emotional and behavioural well-being and thriving.
This book is full of strategies and tips to help parents guide the growth of their children's emotional intelligence.
Expectations for parents and caregivers today are overwhelmingly high, with endless advice on the internet and bombardment of ‘perfect’ families on social media telling them they can do better.
Professional Learning Webinar for Alexis Creek and Anahim Lake Schools, SD 27 Staff Professional Development Day
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Webinar recordings, powerpoint slides, and companion documents for our School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges webinar series for Parents & Caregivers (Nov. 2020).
The aim of the Canadian Paediatric Society’s Centre for Healthy Screen Use is to support health professionals, policymakers, and families in helping children and youth navigate digital environments.
Through real stories, expertise, and practical tips, this podcast helps families promote their mental health and wellness, navigating important topics to meet you where you are in your journey.
Call 911 or go to your local hospital’s emergency room if you or anyone else’s safety is at risk and immediate help is needed.
If you or someone you know is thinking about ending their own life, or needs someone to talk to about suicidal thoughts or ideas:
For mental health or substance use crisis support:
For commonly asked questions about supports and services in BC, explore our Ask Kelty Mental Health tool.