This guide explores facts and misunderstandings about cannabis and helps parents find ways to engage their children in conversations about cannabis.
Simple mindfulness practices to help your child (ages 5-12) deal with anxiety, improve concentration, and handle difficult emotions.
A list of programs and supports for positive mental health, substance use, healthy living and school connectedness.
This guide for parents and caregivers outlines how they can work with schools to ensure their child is part of a safe and respectful school community.
This decision aid has been designed to help you decide whether to have your child take medicine.
In this 'In the Know' session, hear from a young person with lived experience and a healthcare professional as they discuss what self-harm is, why youth self-injure, and other options for healthy coping strategies.
Professional Learning Powerpoint: This session focused on using the data from the Middle Years Development Instrument (MDI) and putting data into action.
In this video, the team of ADHD specialists at BC Children's Hospital help explain exactly what ADHD is, what the symptoms and impacts are, and do some myth busting along the way.
This graphic novel includes two short suicide prevention stories, from the perspective of First Nations youth.
The 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Canadians of all ages (early years, children and youth, and adults) provide guidance on physical activity, sedentary behaviour and sleep.
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This book covers research-based parenting strategies for all families.
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.