A website of support for those caring for a child or youth (9-18 years old) with an eating disorder. This website provides educational videos on a variety of topics including treatment options, meal support, practical tips and more.
Issues with food and body image can be overwhelming and confusing. By answering some questions, this screening tool tells you if you’re at risk and if you should speak with a professional.
Powerpoint slides from the 'Selective Mutism & Reluctant Speakers: Practical Strategies for School Professionals' webinar. To see the accompanying webinar recording, click here.
Frankie has Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). In this illustrated book for kids, he shares the challenges and joys of living with FASD.
You will learn what trauma is, how to talk to your child about these experiences, what you can do as a parent or caregiver to support your child at home and where to reach out for help.
Contains links to resources about common mental health challenges present in today’s classrooms, tips on early identification and intervention, ways to combat stigma in the classroom, and more.
Dr. Hasina's slides for the Protective Factors for Student Mental Health and Well-being: Learnings from the YDI and Kids & Covid Project presentation.
Metabolic resources including a Patient and Family Guide to Second Generation Antipsychotics and Second-Generation Antipsychotic (SGA) handouts to support families with metabolic complications, diet and activity.
Transcript for Supporting Your Child As They Discover Their Gender Podcast Episode 3 Season 5
This site provides resources for supporting and affirming gender creative kids within their families, schools and communities.
The Health Promotion and Schools team, in partnership with the Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre at BC Children’s Hospital, has some helpful resources for school professionals in time for back to school!
This resource provides parents and educators the tech habits children need to achieve their full potential.
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.