Mental Health

Mental Health Matters Every month CARP Halton will feature a Mental Health segment. Here is a letter. DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I worry about my neighbours this time of year who live alone. Are there health risks to loneliness? What can be done to help? ANSWER: Up to 40% of older adults feel lonely. Loneliness can […]

Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health The words we use can make such an impact. This idea of “flipping language” to humanize people living with dementia is long overdue. For example, instead of saying someone “refused to,” you say “chose not to.” Instead of “feeding,” you say “assisting/supporting with meal.” The outcome of the study

This CARP Halton segment will feature a short list of famous people who suffered from Mental Illness and contributed much to society: Abraham Lincoln The revered sixteenth President of the United States suffered from severe and incapacitating depressions that occasionally led to thoughts of suicide, as documented in numerous biographies by Carl Sandburg. Virginia Woolf

Mental Health Matters Every month CARP Halton will feature a Mental Health article. This segment will explore the link between “madness” and creativity. Is there one? “The relationship between creativity and mental illness is complex and debated, with some research suggesting a potential link, particularly with mood disorders like bipolar disorder, while others argue that

This month we visit Vistamere Retirement Residence of Oakville and will focus on the crucial topic of mental health and wellness for seniors. Let’s learn about the normal aging process while discovering coping mechanisms and practical tips for maintaining good mental health as you age presented by Peachey Counselling & Family Support: Topics discussed included