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Resource Library

The BC Centre on Substance Use

Family and Caregiver Resources

A list of substance use resources, services, and information on navigating the substance use system of care, for family members and caregivers of individuals with substance use challenges or disorders. 

BC Bereavement Helpline

A non-profit, free, and confidential service that connects the public to grief support services in BC, including suicide grief support and loss due to substance use. Services include bereavement support groups, a toll-free grief and loss helpline, and community events.

BC Children's Hospital

Stresslr

Free web app that provides a fun and engaging way for children to learn about stress, understand how they react to it, and develop healthy strategies to cope with stress in their daily lives.

Jane E. Garland and Sandra L. Clark

Taming Worry Dragons Guides

A creative approach to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) that is designed to help anxious children learn how to cope with their worries. 

University of British Columbia

Learning for Life

A resource for educators teaching grades 4-7 that promotes healthy lifestyle behaviours and builds digital health literacy skills.

Canadian Paediatric Society

Gender Identity

This article discusses how gender identity typically develops and how parents and caregivers can promote healthy gender development in children.

Joanna Lo, UBC Medical Student

Anxiety and Me

This video, created for children, explains what anxiety is, examples of the physical and mental health effects it can bring, and how those effects can show up in children. The video shows children how they can manage and better cope with anxiety and those pesky anxious thoughts.

Where You Are Podcast

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.