Everyone has a role to play to #TakeMentalHealthAction. Contact your local MP and MPP to advocate for increased support for community organizations to meet the increased demands for their #MentalHealth services.
Stress can impact the activity and function of our genes. It does this via “epigenetic” changes, which turn on and off certain genes. But why do some people respond worse to #stress, while others seem to cope under pressure? https://t.co/HuiUsRXrjF
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Hypomania is a milder form of mania when a person may have an elevated mood, feel better than usual & be more productive. It is often followed by an escalation to mania or a crash to #depression. Learn more from our booklet: https://t.co/0G71ORthdy
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MDSC believes that there are concrete, effective steps that we can take together to increase the #mentalhealth supports available to all Canadians. A collaborative approach where knowledge, experience and resources are better shared is key. #reenvisionmentalhealth (3/3)
Minister Jean-Yves Duclos brings a wealth of experience to the portfolio and we look forward to working closely with him to improve mental health in Canada. (2/3)
MDSC believes that there are important steps needed to safeguard #workforce#mentalhealth that we can take together. We need to ensure effective supports are available. A collaborative approach where knowledge, experience and resources are shared is key. (3/3)
Minister Qualtrough brings a wealth of experience to the portfolio and we look forward to working closely with her to improve #mentalhealth inclusion in the #workforce bringing opportunities for all Canadians as we move forward with our economic recovery. (2/3)
We would also like to congratulate @CQualtro on her appointment to serve as Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion for the Government of Canada. #Cdnpoli (1/3)
MDSC looks forward to engaging with this government on how we can work together to improve the quality of life for all Canadians struggling with mental health issues and mental illness. (4/4)
We would also like to recognize the historic nature behind Canada’s first-ever cabinet position dedicated strictly to mental health and addiction. Prioritizing parity between mental and physical health is a crucial first step in re-envisioning how we address these issues. (3/4)