This booklet is for caregivers of children in their early teens, or grades 7 to 9. Gain some insight into why the early teen period can be a time of heightened stress, signs that your child might be struggling, and how you can help.
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MediaSmarts is a Canadian not-for-profit charitable organization for digital and media literacy. This site helps to provide information for children and youth have the critical thinking skills to engage with media as active and informed digital citizens.
Visit their website or contact them by dialing 8-1-1 You can speak with a health service navigator, who can also connect you with a registered nurse or dietitian, exercise professional, or pharmacist. Translation services are available in over 130 languages on request.
Powerpoint slides from the 'Back to School: How To Promote Resilience and Set Your Kids Up For Success' presentation. Find the webinar recording, here.
The Kelty Eating Disorders Website has information, a help finder tool, and all of our resources on eating disorders and disordered eating for parents and caregivers, as well as individuals with an eating disorder or disordered eating concern.
Webinar recording for Part 2: Trailblazing Indigenous Pathways Through Social & Emotional Wellness. To see the accompanying webinar recording, click here (May 19, 2022).
Sam's Journey was developed with patients, families and mental health professionals from medical psychology and the integrative health team at BC Children's Hospital.
My Anxiety Plan (MAP) is a free resource for parents and caregivers to “coach” anxious children or teens using practical strategies and tools to manage mild to moderate anxiety.
In this resource, find information about how you can support your child as they explore their sexual orientation, as well as how to respond if your child comes out to you.
A book that encourages children to go and play outside and discover what nature has to offer.
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.