Many are rightfully sounding the alarm to a youth #mentalhealth crisis. Our meta-analysis of 29 studies w >80,000 youth worldwide in JAMA Pediatrics, shows 1 in 4 youth had elevated depression or anxiety during #COVID19. A thread 🧵 bit.ly/37vtkrq

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Are you looking for 2SLGBTQIA Resources? Providing social, sexual, & overall health support to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community should always be accessible. Calgary Outlink & Centre for Sexuality are locally-based organizations supplying these supports & services barrier-free in times of need

The Alberta Children’s Hospital is at full capacity and making changes to deal with the overwhelming number of sick kids with respiratory illnesses. calgary.ctvnews.ca/alberta-childr…

Health and wellbeing is foundational to learning in our school communities. Attend Shaping the Future to learn and champion school health. Registration is here. everactive.org/events/stf/ ASBA @ASEBP CASS Alberta Teachers' Association Alberta Health #abed

Nervous system dysregulation occurs when we store up survival stress with trapped trauma.🧠🌱

Researchers studied the effects of a 20-minute walk on the cognitive performance of a group of children. This is fascinating…

- The Mental Health Index recently gave Alberta the lowest score among all provinces. It's clear that mental health in #Alberta — and across Canada — needs more prioritizing than ever. To learn how you can support CMHA AB's work in our province, visit: alberta.cmha.ca/get-involved/g…

This course is proctored by a registered clinical psychologist and involves two LIVE virtual meeting days with myself. It is unlike anything else available right now for those of us serving kids and families in our communities. The next TIES cohort will begin January 24.

A new method of inquiry that minimizes defensiveness and maximizes teamwork. chiefexecutive.net/how-to-practic…

Today marks the 10th anniversary of #SandyHookPromise, co-founded by several family members whose loved ones were killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Thank you for your support as we continue our mission to #ProtectOurKids #EndGunViolence. sandyhookpromise.org/press-releases…

Every kid, whether they use drugs or not, will have to make decisions about them. In this episode, we share evidence-based strategies for school professionals to help promote student well-being and lower the risks of harm from substances. Listen today! buff.ly/3QMl8sH

Three Things to Know About Mental Health and Trauma youtu.be/_Dg76RjGbIk via YouTube

A 10-15sec real connection with a student is more beneficial then 1 hour in therapy. Bruce D. Perry, M.D.,Ph.D. #connection #relationships Middle Years Council

Please say a prayer for all of the good men and women fighting wildfires in places like Drayton Valley today, home of our beloved Thunder fans. May God keep them save and preserve their homes, churches, schools, and businesses.

This month’s AHS Addiction & Mental Health newsletter focuses on emotions! See the attached pics for quick info on understanding and processing feelings, self-care and gratitude! #MentalHealthMatters

#RedDeer to get two more PACT teams for mental health crises dlvr.it/SqZcnZ

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Haley Van Voorhis becomes 1st female non-kicker to play in NCAA football game cbc.ca/sports/footbal…