Mental Health and Crisis
Intervention Program
Mental Health Links & Downloadable Resources
Downloadable Resources |
ANGER: is an emotion that tells us someone or something has interfered with our goals, gone against us or wronged us in some way. Anger can make us feel like defending ourselves, attacking, or getting revenge.
Kids and adults get angry from time to time. Anger is a normal and important emotion that gives us information about our lives. [Read full Document]
ANXIETY: All of us feel anxious sometimes. We may worry about things that might happen or have a restless night of sleep. But, people with an anxiety problem worry so much that it affects their lives in negative ways.
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DEPRESSION: Depression is a disorder that affects how a person feels, thinks, and acts. When people are depressed their brain works differently than when they don’t have depression. Many of us feel sad for short periods of time. But true clinical depression is a mood disorder in which people feel, think, and act differently than when they are well. Even though people don’t always talk about it, depression is very common and can affect anyone.
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STRESS:
Are you feeling stressed? You’re not alone.
Signs of Stress:
Nervous and “stressed”?
Upset because something unexpected happened?
Feel like you can’t cope with all you have to do?
Angry because things are out of your control?
Thinking about things you have to get done?
Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep?
Trouble concentrating or making decisions?
Major changes to your appetite or eating patterns?
Frequent urges to use the bathroom?
Frequent headaches, upset stomach, or other aches and pains?
Using alcohol or drugs to escape or feel better?
Feeling tired all the time?
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UNDERSTANDING MENTAL HEALTH, MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS:
“First Nations people believe that wholeness includes health and wellness of our body, our mind, heart, and spirit” (Pathways to Healing, 2006)
When a family member suffers from a mental illness, one of the most important things you can do is to take the time to learn about the disorder.
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What is Psychosis?
Psychosis is a medical condition that affects the brain. It can be treated. It refers to a loss of contact with reality in which people have trouble distinguishing between what is real and what is not. When this happens for the first time it is called first episode psychosis. The first time someone experiences psychosis it can be frightening, confusing, and distressing. Psychosis is treatable. Many people recover from a first episode of psychosis and never experience another psychotic episode.
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Aboriginal Mental Health 'What Works Best'
A Discussion Paper / July 2001
Prepared By: Vicki Smye and Bill Mussell
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Pathways to healing: a mental health toolkit for First Nations people.
Canadian Collaborative mental Health Initiative, February 2006
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Mental Health Links |
Aboriginal Healing & Wellness Strategy
programs and services in Ontario
Aboriginal Healing Foundation
publications, newsletters and research on aboriginal issues
NAHO National Aboriginal Health Organization
Connex Health Services Ontario
health services for substance abuse, mental health, and gambling in Ontario
Information London
lists health and other social services in London and area
Canadian Mental Health Association of London-Middlesex
numerous mental health resources and links
Aboriginal Youth Network
Specifically for Youth
Mind Your Mind
For Mental Health Counselling:
or to ask any questions about our Program call Mental Health/Crisis Coordinator: 519-672-4079 ext 238
For crisis appointments contact:
Crisis Counselor 519-672-4079 ext.231
| S.O.A.H.A.C. London |
| 425-427 William Street. London, Ontario, N6B 3E1 Phone: (519)-672-4079 |
Just a Reminder
- Bring your health card and certificate of Indian status (if applicable) on your first visit.
- If you have an urgent medical emergency, go to a Hospital Emergency Room and tell them the name of your Doctor or Nurse Practitioner at SOAHAC.
The Mental Health/Crisis program is funded by South West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN)