MENTAL HEALTH

In any given year, 1 in 5 people in Canada will personally experience a mental health problem or illness.

Now more than ever it is important to take care of yourself both physically and mentally. If you feel overwhelmed or unable to cope please contact the clinic immediately. If our clinic is not open below are resources to contact for emergencies. The doctor may ask you to fill out questionnaires in order to get a better perspective on your situation and how to help.

Anxiety

Anxiety disorders affect 5% of the household population, causing mild to severe impairment.

What is anxiety?

There are many different types of anxiety disorders. Anxiety is initially a helpful tool our body uses to motivate us and warn us of potential dangers. An anxiety disorder occurs when the anxiety prohibits us from functioning as normal and impacts our lives. Learn more

HAMA Questionnaire

GAD- 7 Questionnaire

DEPRESSION

Approximately 8% of adults will experience major depression at some time in their lives.

Suicide accounts for 24% of all deaths among 15-24 year olds and 16% among 25-44 year olds.

Depression is a mood disorder, it impacts our mood which in turn impacts our self-esteem, energy, and ability to function. Many people who are depressed withdraw from their loved ones and see performance issues at work/school. Depression can vary between males and females, often males experience anger and irritability which makes it harder to recognize. Learn more

PHQ-9 Questionnaire

PHQ Teens Questionnaire

Almost one-half (49%) of those who feel they have suffered from depression or anxiety have never gone to see a doctor about this problem.

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Need help?

Suicide Prevention line: 1-833-456-4566 or Text 45645

Connex (mental health & addictions): 1-866-531-2600

Crisis Canada: 1-833-456-4566

Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868. or Text 686868

Stevenson Memorial Hospital Mental Health Services:

Main contact line: 705-434-5140

24-hour Crisis Line (after-hours): 1-888-893-8333 or 1-855-310-COPE

Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic: (289) 221-4839.

Virtual clinic hours of operation are Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

www.sheltersafe.ca

www.talk4healing.com – line for Indigenous women

femaide.ca – for francophone women

Assaulted women’s hotline: http://www.awhl.org/ 18668630511 or txt #SAFE (#7233)

www.neighboursfriendsandfamilies.ca – information for both victim and help for a perpetrator (to get help)

World Health Organization - http://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/10665/77432/1/WHO_RHR_12.36_eng.pdf

Center for inner freedom:

Stress management, self-esteem, and communication skills courses directed by Dr Jaak Reichmann, a psychiatrist specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders, and a Cognitive Behaviour Therapist * courses and course materials are covered by OHIP

Courses include:

* Mindful Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (MCBT)

* Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program (MBSR)

Treatment in group session courses only

74 Cedar Pointe Dr, Unit 1006

Barrie, ON L4N 5R7

PH: 705-722-7170

Fax 705-722-6243

centerforinnerfreedom@gmail.com