The Children’s Mental Health Learning Series provides caregivers, families and professionals with helpful information to increase knowledge and help support children and youth with mental health concerns. Part two focuses on the adolescent brain and adolescent mental health and well-being. The sessions cover a variety of topics such as youth mental illness, LGBTQ youth, suicide, and social media. Videos are approximately 60-90 minutes in length.
General information about suicide and suicide prevention including: common misconceptions, warning signs, prevention tips, information on how to help someone who is suicidal, risk factors for suicide, and links to additional articles and resources.
The Centre works with Ontario child and youth mental health agencies to strengthen services and build an effective and accessible system of care. It offers a diverse collection of tools , services, products and training to help professionals find, use and share evidence that improve outcomes.
In five short videos, educators, students and mental health experts discuss how to plan for and maintain a supportive learning environment for all students. (5 – 8 minutes, transcripts available)
This article explores the importance of relationships for fostering learning and includes evidence-based tips and strategies to build connections with children in the classroom.
A mental health & well being lesson plan for grades 9-12 is provided. This lesson uses the concept of an ‘invisible sack’ to address mental health issues and instill empathy and understanding in students.
A mental health & well being lesson plan for grades 5-8 is provided. This lesson uses the concept of an ‘invisible sack’ to address mental health and instill empathy and understanding in students.
A mental health & well being lesson plan for grades k-4 is provided. This lesson uses the concept of an ‘invisible sack’ to address mental health and instill empathy and understanding in students.
CMHA’s website provides general information about a variety of mental illnesses including: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, eating disorders, schizophrenia, self-injury and suicide.