Self-harm is when someone intentionally hurts themselves to cope with difficult emotions. It's a way some teens express or manage intense feelings, not necessarily a desire to end their life. It’s natural to feel shocked, confused, guilty or angry when you find out that your child is self-harming.
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Webinar recording for parents & caregivers from the 'Selective Mutism & Reluctant Speakers: Practical Strategies' webinar (May 20, 2021).
The Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada website has information and resources, along with links to community support on their website.
This book describes behaviors as important signals. It offers tools and techniques to reduce behavioral challenges and promote psychological resilience and satisfying, secure relationships.
The Confident Parents: Thriving Kids programs helps BC parents and caregivers support their children aged 3-12 to manage either anxiety or behaviour challenges, through phone-based coaching.
This US-based organization includes useful information for parents and caregivers of children with ADHD.
In this minisode we talk about ways to adapt mindfulness for kids, rather than a one-size fits all approach.
This guide was developed as a way for caregivers to access important information and resources relating to providing care for children and adults with FASD.
This booklet is for those who have someone in their lives with a Borderline Personality Disorder.
Powerpoint slides for Part 2(a): Challenges with School Attendance. To watch the accompanying webinar recording, click here.
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.