This video for patients and families describes the mind-body connection that causes somatization.
An overview of new resources developed by the Kelty Centre for parents/caregivers in the 2022 year.
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.
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.
Read wisdom and insight from parents with lived experience, clinicians, and suicide prevention experts to guide what parents supporting suicidal youth needed to know to keep their child safe and alive.
Powerpoint slides from the 'School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges' webinar for high school professionals. To see 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.
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A resource for kids featuring quick ways to relax, including deep breathing, muscle relaxation and visualization.
A website dedicated to support parents in developing healthy screen use habits in their children.
Video and discussion guide featuring families from different cultural backgrounds and health professionals sharing their experiences supporting a child or youth with a mental health challenge.
Parenting with a different focus in mind about substance use and talking to youth about this difficult topic.
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.