Connecting Mind and Body: What parents need to know about somatization
Join Lena, a parent of a child who has been affected by somatization and Dr. Andrea Chapman (Psychiatrist, BC Children’s Hospital) as they offer families tips and resources for navigating this journey and working towards recovery.
Cake and Broccoli: Promoting mental wellness through feeding and eating
Parents know the importance nutrition plays in a child’s physical health, but what about their mental health? Join Char, a parent with two little ones, and Lorrie Chow, a dietitian at BC Children’s Hospital, for strategies that can reduce mealtime stress and help your child develop a healthy relationship with food.
Taming worry dragons: a manual for children, parents, and other coaches
Explains what anxiety is, describes the different types of anxiety, includes information about coping strategies, provides tips for parents and other coaches, and includes information on medications. Geared for children from 8 to 12 years old.
Coping: When Someone in your family has psychosis
A guide for family members to learn how to cope with a loved one experiencing episodes of psychosis.
BC Schizophrenia Society (BCSS)
The BC Schizophrenia Society provides support and information on their website for families and friends of people with schizophrenia or psychosis, including online support forums.
Here to Help Sleep Resource
Free downloadable sleep resource with top sleep hygiene tips for adolescents and young adults. Information on the link between sleep and mental health
Sleep for Kids
Geared towards kids. Interactive games and challenges on sleep benefits, hygiene, barriers, nightmares and more.
Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada
Provides information, resources, and videos for parents/caregivers on a variety of ADHD topics including advocacy, parenting, schooling and adult ADHD. Also has sections for children and health care professionals.
Children & Difficult Behaviour
Offers general information on children displaying difficult behaviours with tips for parents and caregivers on how to help their child.
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens
Information on bipolar disorder in children and youth including what it is, causes, symptoms, how it is diagnosed and treated as well a list of frequently asked questions.
Mood Disorders Association of BC
A nonprofit organization that provides treatment, support, education, and hope of recovery for people living with a mood disorder.