@MDA_BC

Support and education for people with a mood disorder, their families and friends as we build an understanding community. MDABC is a branch of Lookout Society.

 Vancouver, British Columbia
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Joined August 2012
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Taking care of others can have an emotional and physical toll. Learn about how to take care of yourself while supporting others in this article from our partners at @FoundryBC: bit.ly/3jG1kqx #BellLetsTalk cc: @FoundryBC

Finding Support When You’re Always the Supporter

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Sleeping longer at night had little impact on work productivity or cardiovascular health. But, taking a short daytime nap helped improve #productivity & well-being overall. Learn more from a new study co-authored by MIT economists: neurosciencenews.com/sleep-p… #sleep #mentalhealth

Sleep Study’s Eye-Opening Findings - Neuroscience News

Sleeping longer at night had little impact on work productivity or cardiovascular health. However, taking a short daytime nap helped improve productivity and well-being overall.

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We need your help. Please take 5 minutes to complete this survey, and help inform the direction of our next campaign. buff.ly/3j9mX2x
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Coming out can be a very difficult process but it can also be a very liberating and freeing one. @TrevorProject has a must-read handbook for LGBTQ2+ youth to help them navigate this life-changing process. #Pride2021 #vancouverpride #pride buff.ly/2AVPUt1
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We all have #fears, but when can these fears be classified as #phobias? #OurAnxietyStories guest, @MissFenderr, shares how she discovered she may have aviophobia (a specific phobia that involves a fear of flying). Listen to Alayna’s story today: l8r.it/lVbl
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Care for Caregivers is an expertly-curated online hub of trusted #mentalhealth resources, information & webinars giving health care workers access to relevant, quality resources to support mental health. Check out our upcoming webinars! @safecarebc buff.ly/3nF8coz
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Are you interested in contributing to new and exciting #research that could help psychologists learn more about #anxiety? Visit l8r.it/MC33 to browse available studies today!
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Psychedelics are a growing area of exploration within the mental health field, and Health Canada has approved clinical trials measuring their efficacy. cbc.ca/news/canada/british-c…

B.C. health researchers harness the 'magic' of psychedelic mushrooms | CBC News

B.C.-based companies are among those experimenting with psychedelic drugs to treat mental health disorders.

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Looking for practical tools to support clarity, grounding and self-regulation when you’re triggered? Free Webinar: The Window of Tolerance: Tools to Support Self Regulation crisiscentre.bc.ca/free-webi…
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If you suspect that someone in your life is experiencing #anxiety, try to show them compassion and patience. #OurAnxietyStories guest and Anxiety Canada CEO, @JudithLawAC, shares how time can help people feel comfortable opening up: l8r.it/NWDL
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Finding an affordable therapy option can be tough. That’s why we created MindShift CBT Groups, a proven and affordable virtual #grouptherapy program.  A new group starts August 18th, with a limited number of free spots available for individuals who require financial support.
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We may not be able to stop natural disasters from happening. But, we CAN take steps to prepare and minimize the damage to our mental health! #bcwildfires buff.ly/2UX41LO
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CMHA Calgary builds awareness and provides education and support for individuals and family members who are supporting someone with a mental health or substance use concern, or who have lost someone to suicide. Visit ow.ly/tkgA50Fc1Oy to book online.
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An important new resource being launched by @BCcampus - first of its kind, provincially approved peer support worker training curriculum that’s been guided and evaluated by existing peer support organizations and people with lived experience in the province. (1/3)
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For over two decades, MDABC has maintained a wide range of peer-led support groups in BC for people with mental health challenges. For this project, we updated our peer facilitator training manual and presentation, added culturally safe content, (2/3)
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and created a set of videos covering our entire peer facilitator training course. Register for the event here: events.eply.com/2021PeerSupp…
Ride Don't Hide has wrapped up with your efforts smashing our goals. Thank you for providing more opportunities for children and youth to access our programs. Thank you for starting conversations in your circles. There are a few more days to donate ridedonthide.com/greatervanc…
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If the past year has left you feeling distracted, overwhelmed and off the boil, you're certainly not alone. You may be suffering from what's colloquially being referred to as 'pandemic brain'. Learn more: menshealth.com/uk/mental-str… #mentalhealth #MentalHealthAwareness

Are You Suffering from 'Pandemic Brain' Following Multiple Lockdowns? Here's How to Cope

Feeling distracted, overwhelmed and off the boil? Perhaps you're suffering from what's informally being referred to as 'pandemic brain'

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Does the thought of leaving the house, or going to the mall make you #anxious? This feeling is all too familiar for #OurAnxietyStories guest, Marlisse. Listen to Marlisse’s story today: l8r.it/AxQX
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