Mental Health

Feeling overwhelmed?

Free, in-clinic counselling

46,000 Canadians took an online questionnaire from Statistics Canada:

24% of participants reported fair or poor mental health

88% of participants experienced at least one symptom of anxiety

>50%

Over half of participants reported that their mental health had worsened since the onset of physical distancing.

Youth were more likely to report worsening mental health since physical distancing began.

Keep a regular routine: manage your daily schedule so that you are not overloaded with tasks
Keep active: exercise reduces stress, anxiety, and depression
Make time to have fun: go outdoors, turn off electronics, go for a hike, pack a picnic
Stay connected: engage with family and friends
Breathe: slow down, take a minute to reset
Get your sleep: turn off your devices one hour before you turn-in to allow complete relaxation
Consider using apps which can help you meditate and manage stress. Some examples are:
- 'Calm'
- 'The Breathe Project'