A companion document to the webinar “School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges: Practical Strategies for Elementary School Professionals” including the theoretical foundation of school avoidance and framework towards successful school attendance.
Government resource providing information on autism assessment, funding programs, and resources for parents & service providers.
When young folks have questions about gender or sexuality, they are often looking for support. This section of QMUNITY's website offers FAQs and resources for parents and caregivers.
This is a workbook for parents and caregivers who love and worry about a teenager who may be experimenting with or regularly engaged in relationship with alcohol or other drugs.
Simple mindfulness practices to help your child (ages 5-12) deal with anxiety, improve concentration, and handle difficult emotions.
The Chef Fromage Cookbook is an interactive healthy eating resource that includes lessons on food and safety skills, nutrition, and a variety of recipes and activities to facilitate for youth.
This guide for parents and caregivers outlines how they can work with schools to ensure their child is part of a safe and respectful school community.
The CPTC uses the best of science on youth development and parenting to support healthy family relationships and empower parents to effectively guide teens to be their best selves.
In this 'In the Know' session, hear from a young person with lived experience and a healthcare professional as they discuss what self-harm is, why youth self-injure, and other options for healthy coping strategies.
HELP brings together scientific viewpoints to address complex early child development issues to improve the health and well-being of children.
In this video, the team of ADHD specialists at BC Children's Hospital help explain exactly what ADHD is, what the symptoms and impacts are, and do some myth busting along the way.
This Part 1 webinar recording for parents & caregivers provides a foundation for successful school attendance and enhanced family wellbeing. To see the accompanying presentation slides, click here (Nov. 16, 2020).
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.