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Suicide [English] Permalink Public

Suicide rates have been rising in Canada for many decades, especially among the youth and the elderly. This fact sheet covers warning signs, suicide facts, and suggestions on how to help. (English)

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https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/s...

Coping with Mental Health Crises and Emergencies [English] Permalink Public

When dealing with a mental health crisis or emergency, intervention by people or agencies other than one's physician may be required. If there is a severe enough disruption in one's ability to maintain a basic level of functioning, it may require the support of a mental health emergency team or, in some cases, the assistance of the police. This fact sheet discusses the ways in which family can help and the rights of individuals involuntarily admitted to a specific health centre. (English)

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http://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/co...

Understanding Substance Use [English] Permalink Public

Psychoactive substances include alcohol, tobacco, illicit drugs, some medications, and caffeine. How these substances are used, how often they are used, how much is used, and the settings in which they are used all contribute to how each substance affects the body and mind. This fact sheet provides examples of this and information on how to minimize the harm associated with using these substances. (English)

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https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/infosheet/understandi...

Methamphetamine [English] Permalink Public

A fact sheet on the effects and reasons for use of this synthetic drug. (English)

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https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/m...

Caring for a Person with Dementia (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Someone from a specific health profession or program usually gives this resource to the person who needs it and reviews it with them. Before using this information, please review it with someone from that profession or program.

Dementia is defined as a progressive and degenerative disease caused by a number of different conditions. Occupational Therapy can help identify and improve the ability of people with dementia to perform daily activities. This pamphlet provides many useful suggestions for how a home can be made safer for those suffering from this condition. (English) Colour

Substance Use Services (Surrey) [English] Permalink Public

Concerned about your alcohol or drug use? Tired of trying to make a change and not succeeding? Affected by someone else’s use? We Can Help! We offer our clients and community members: free counselling, referrals, education, and group sessions. (English) Colour

What to Expect When Visiting a Fraser Health Hospital Emergency Department for a Mental Health Concern (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Under Revision

Arrival at the Emergency Department; Waiting to be Seen; Examination; Psychiatric Assessment (English) Colour

Anxiety (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides an overview of anxiety including phobia, panic disorder, obsessive compulsie disorder, and post traumatic stress disorder. (English) Black & White

Youth Clinics (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

General information on services at Youth Clinics in Fraser Health and the Lower Mainland, includes details on locations, hours and contact information. (English) Black & White

Managing Grief and Loss: When someone dies (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

The death of a loved one, family member, or a friend can be one of the most stressful events that happen in life. When death is sudden or unexpected, feelings of shock can be overwhelming. Even when a person has been ill for some time and death is expected, it can still be hard. This booklet is meant to help you through the next days, weeks, and months ahead; explain aspects of grief and loss; help you support others, such as children, through grief. COMPANION MATERIALS: Grief Counselling and Support Services (265397), Suggested Books on Bereavement for All Ages (265398), BC After a Death Checklist (216245). (English) Colour

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