Ontario.cmha.ca

About CMHA Ontario

WEBFounded in 1952, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario, is a non-profit, charitable organization committed to making mental health possible for all. CMHA …

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Mental Health Resources in Schools

WEBHere are some ways that schools promote positive mental health: Promoting active living (health and physical education classes, sports teams and intramural activities) Teaching …

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Connection Between Mental and Physical Health

WEBThe World Health Organization (WHO) defines: health as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. The …

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PROVINCIAL MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORTS

WEBHope for Wellness Help Line: 1-855-242-3310. Offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Phone and chat …

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Substance use and addiction

WEBSubstance use and addiction can be understood as being on a spectrum, as seen in the model below. Often the symptoms of problematic substance use and addiction can be …

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Recommendations for Preventing and Managing Co-Existing …

WEBPreventing and managing chronic physical conditions in people with serious mental illnesses. There are a number of factors that contribute to the development of chronic …

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Child and Youth Mental Health: Signs and Symptoms

WEBdrinking a lot and/or using drugs. not doing the things he or she used to enjoy. worrying constantly. experiencing frequent mood swings. not concerned with his or her …

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Poverty and Mental Illness

WEBPeople with mental illness often live in chronic poverty. Conversely, poverty can be a significant risk factor for poor physical and mental health. The relationship between …

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Our Vision, Mission and Values

WEBOur Values. Self-Determination. We support an individual’s involvement in decisions that affect their life. Diversity. We value diverse perspectives and the lived experience that all …

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Are You in Crisis

WEBIf you are experiencing a mental health or addictions related crisis: Contact your doctor. Go to the nearest hospital. Find resources at ConnexOntario. Call 911 or Telehealth Ontario …

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Provincial Programs

WEBMood Walks. Mood Walks is a province-wide initiative that promotes physical activity in nature, or “green exercise,” as a way to improve both physical and mental health. Led …

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The Relationship between Mental Health, Mental Illness and …

WEBMental health and physical health are fundamentally linked. People living with a serious mental illness are at higher risk of experiencing a wide range of chronic physical …

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Housing and Mental Health

WEBHousing with Supports. Ontario’s capacity for community-based mental health supports within housing is estimated at 12,137 units. Ontario provides support within housing …

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Addiction and Substance use Treatment Options

WEBTypically, community treatment options will provide and assessment, ongoing counselling, developing skills to manage substance use related issues, and developing treatment …

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Family and Caregiver Support

WEBIN CRISIS? If you’re thinking about suicide, 9-8-8 is here to help. Call or text 9-8-8 toll-free, anytime. Need help? Call ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600 or find your local CMHA …

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