Discover MDI is your Field Guide to understanding and supporting the middle-years children in your schools and communities.
Natasha Parent, PhD discusses technology use across various developmental stages. Learn about some of the benefits and risks of tech use on child mental health and well-being, along with ways that parents and caregivers can support their child's healthy relationship with technology as they grow.
In this webinar, we introduce Language Matters! Understanding Mental Health and Substance Use: A Resource for Families and School Communities
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This page reviews how each of these neurodiversity intersects with eating disorders and how this impacts seeking treatment and the recovery process.
Caring for someone with an eating disorder comes with a steep learning curve and questions that keep coming. FEAST 30 Days breaks it down — one lesson a day, straight to your inbox, written by people who've been where you are.
Webinar recording for parents & caregivers from the 'Selective Mutism & Reluctant Speakers: Practical Strategies' webinar (May 20, 2021).
Provides resources in multiple languages to support culturally safe and competent mental health care for Canada's diverse population, with resources for patients, families, community organizations and health professionals.
Speaker support isn’t a straightforward process, so for a more detailed and in-depth look at best practices we suggest you refer to the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) Headstrong Toolkit for Training Speakers.
Families and their children talk about their experiences with somatic symptoms, including their confusion in the beginning, coming to an understanding of their symptoms, and their work in getting better.
Dr. Hasina Samji discusses mental health and well being in BC from recent findings from the Youth Development Instrument (YDI) and the Kids and COVID project – with a focus on protective factors and recommendations for improving mental health and well-being.
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.
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