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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...Getting Help for Mental Illnesses [English] Permalink Public
The signs of mental or emotional distress in people may be obvious or extremely subtle. The best way to know if you might have a mental illness is if you’re not feeling, thinking or acting like yourself. (English)
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http://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/ge...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...Improving Mental Health [English] Permalink Public
While society always promotes the importance of good physical health, there needs to be an increased focus on positive mental health. This fact sheet includes tips for improving one's mental health and reducing stress. (English)
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http://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/im...Supporting a Friend or Family Member with a Mental Disorder [English] Permalink Public
Mental healthcare professionals are recognizing that support from friends and families is one of the best ways to help someone who is ill. This fact sheet covers some of the things that family and friends can do to assist in the treatment and recovery of someone suffering from mental illness. (English)
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https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/s...Promoting Health and Wellness for Clients and their Families [English] Permalink Public
This fact sheet discusses the reasoning and benefits behind Fraser Health's stand on harm reduction, as well as related services available to clients and their families. (English) Black & White
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262645Understanding 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...Cannabis (Marijuana) [English] Permalink Public
A fact sheet discussing this drug in detail, including the recreational and medicinal uses. (English)
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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...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
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