On Friday, June 12th, we lost a true champion of mental health advocacy: our dear friend, colleague, and founding MDSC Board member, Richard Chenier (79) of Collingwood, ON.
Richard, you touched countless hearts. Your profound legacy lives on. šļø
With love and sorrow,
The MDSC Team
Social anxiety is on the rise in Canada. New research suggests nearly 1 in 7 Canadian adults will experience Social Anxiety Disorder in their lifetime, a 71% increase since 2002.
Understanding the signs and reducing stigma can help more people access support.
Support starts with access to trusted information.
Explore MDSCās webinar recordings for Veterans and Veteran Family Members, featuring expert discussions on mental health, treatment research, and available supports.
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Why do some depression treatments work for some people but not others?
A new study found that training people to regulate brain activity linked to rumination improved depressive symptoms.
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No one should have to navigate mental health challenges alone. Through MDSCās National Mental Health Webinar Series, Veterans and their families can access valuable insights from mental health professionals, researchers & individuals with lived experience. š„ Watch here: mdsc.ca/support-for-...
If you're supporting a loved one with bipolar disorder, remember, your well-being matters too. Peer and self-help groups can be a lifeline, helping you understand and cope.
Download our booklet, available in English & French, to learn more. š mdsc.ca/edu/what-is-...
#BipolarDisorder #MentalHealth
š 20 years of impactāand a new chapter ahead.
Elephant in the Room has helped Canadians challenge mental health stigma for nearly two decades. This fall, MDSC unveils a refreshed campaign focused on action.
Stay tuned: www.mdsc.ca
#MentalHealth #EndTheStigma #MDSC
Many people experience trauma, but not everyone develops PTSD. Understanding the signs, symptoms, and treatment options can help people feel informed, supported, and less alone.
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56% of Canadians have left mental health care early - not just due to access, but because it didnāt feel like the right fit.
Insights from @mhrcanada.bsky.social, shared by Akela Peoples on CTV.
Care isnāt one-size-fits-all.
Watch here: www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/vid...
#MentalHealth #QualityCare
The First Step Program is a free seminar for Veterans and their Families to build mental health awareness, learn practical tools, and move forward with confidence.
Take the First Step toward better mental health.
Register now: www.VeteransPeerSupport.ca
#FirstStep #VeteranSupport #MentalHealth
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A new study tracks a 71% explosion in Social Anxiety Disorder, revealing that social phobia now affects 24% of young Canadians.
A new study uses real-time fMRI neurofeedback to help depression patients reduce rumination by training specific brain circuits in a gamified environment.
Operational Stress Injuries and Other Traumatic Stress: Therapies and Treatment for Veterans (Download PDF) MDSC would like to thank the Centre of Excellence on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder andā¦
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Maralee chats with Akela Peoples from Mental Health Research Canada about a new report showing people ending mental health care before it helps.
