This video guides you through a forest visualization exercise. It can help you to slow your breathing and ground your thoughts, calming you when you feel overwhelmed or stressed.
This guide explores facts and misunderstandings about cannabis and helps parents find ways to engage their children in conversations about cannabis.
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.
A list of programs and supports for positive mental health, substance use, healthy living and school connectedness.
Dr. Hasina's slides for the Protective Factors for Student Mental Health and Well-being: Learnings from the YDI and Kids & Covid Project presentation.
An info sheet for parents and caregivers on the topic of prescription opioid misuse. Includes information on preventing problems, and what to do if you suspect your child might be misusing opioids.
Our Kid's Health shares evidence-based health information that is translated and adapted to help you make the right decisions for the health of your family.
Keeping kids inside and away from others isn’t easy. In this blog post, BC Children’s Hospital's Dr. Ashley Miller provides some tips and strategies for how families can navigate through these challenging times.
This compassionate guide helps you change your own behavior to support your loved one's recovery.
This Part 2(a) webinar recording for parents & caregivers discusses how to develop a roadmap for successful school attendance based on your child’s unique situation and needs. To see the accompanying presentation slides, click here (Nov. 19, 2020).
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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.