by Karen Leiva | Apr 4, 2020 | Mental Health
Michele and Lloyd Sparling, Oakville When Michele and Lloyd Sparlings’ son was in Grade 2, he started to show signs of anxiety; he was often worried or afraid and went from being a “social little guy” to a boy who seemed to always be on the outside of the circle at...
by Karen Leiva | Apr 4, 2020 | Mental Health
Annually on World Suicide Prevention Day, Children’s Mental Health Ontario works with our partners and Ontario families to raise awareness about suicide prevention, to reduce stigma around mental illness and to advocate for improved mental health care for children and...
by Karen Leiva | Apr 4, 2020 | Mental Health
Written By Dr. Marjory Phillips As the kids head back to school, some parents may notice anxiety persisting in their children even after the school year begins. Here are some tips to help parents to support children at school and home to lessen their anxiety:...
by Karen Leiva | Apr 4, 2020 | Mental Health
Written by Children’s Mental Health Ontario with clinical advice provided by Children First, Crossroads Children’s Centre and Central Toronto Youth Services Many Ontario families will be juggling more than just the normal stress of challenging relatives and shopping...
by Karen Leiva | Apr 4, 2020 | Mental Health
A wave of green is sweeping over Ontario this week to celebrate Children’s Mental Health Week and Mental Health Week (May 1-8). More than 70 sites in communities across the province are shining green – the colour for mental health – to remind everyone about the...
by Karen Leiva | Apr 4, 2020 | Mental Health
For many families, the new school year is exciting. Parents are relieved at the prospect of a quieter house, kids are looking forward to more time with friends and some students may even be excited about their new classes. But for many kids, going back to school can...
