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#MentalHealth: When to trust what you click on
There is some good information about mental health on social media. There is also plenty that is misleading, just plain wrong or hurtful – comments that perpetuate stigma and risk making vulnerable people feel more anxious and isolated.

Turning to AI for therapy–Is it a good idea?
An increasing number of people are using AI as their source for therapy. The question is: is it a good idea?

AI Psychosis: The Darker Side of AI
AI psychosis is a new and emerging phenomenon. The increase in the prevalence of cases has professionals and researchers concerned.

Caring for Caregivers
Taking care of an ill loved one can be a lot of work, and it can take a toll on a family caregiver’s mental and physical health. Here are some concrete ways you can offer support.

Myth Busters – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
There are so many myths surrounding mental illnesses. We are busting them one at a time! In this article we tackle the often-misunderstood Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

What is SAD, and why is winter tough on mental health?
Winter can be tough on your mental health, especially if you're struggling with Seasonal Affective Disorder. Read all about it here.

The Cycle of Overthinking: How to Beat Rumination
Have you ever gotten stuck thinking about something over and over again? Here are some tips on how to beat the overthinking and rumination cycle to bring you some peace of mind.

Myth Busters: Hoarding
Our Myth Busters series continues with a look at hoarding, which is one of the most misunderstood mental illnesses.

How to Help Someone Experiencing a Panic Attack
A panic attack is an intense episode of anxiety or fear that has a range of physical and emotional symptoms. How can you help someone through a panic attack? We've got some tips.

Aiming for More Humane Mental Health Care. Are We Ready?
Are we ready for more humane mental health care? The Open Dialogue philosophy is one way forward.

The Assistance Measure: Helping your loved one in their daily life
The assistance measure allows you to act as an intermediary for your loved one when communicating with government, financial institutions, businesses, and more.

Why isn’t therapy working for me?
Therapy can be an excellent way to work through feelings, have an emotional outlet, and feel heard. But what if it’s not helping? Here are some possible things to explore.

Supporting Versus Enabling: What is the difference?
There are many ways you can help a loved one who is struggling, and some are more helpful than others. Have you ever questioned if your actions are supporting your loved one or if you are enabling their behaviours?

Thank you, AMI-Québec! My Story of Recovery
"AMI opened the door to my growth, development, and identification as an adult with bipolar disorder." Read Roxanna's story.

Disorder or Injury? Arguments for and Against Changing the Name of PTSD
Should Post Traumatic Stress Disorder be renamed to Post Traumatic Stress Injury? Discover the arguments for and against the potential change.

Myth Busters: Anxiety Disorder
Our Myth Busters series continues with Anxiety. Read on as we bust the myths and give you the facts about anxiety.

Get Creative! All About Art Therapy
Art therapy can include painting, writing, dance, music, theatre and more. It carries many benefits and some challenges.

Too Much of a Good Thing? The pitfalls of too many mental health conversations
There is a lot more talk about mental health these days. There are significant benefits, but is there a dark side to talking so openly about mental health?

A Family Caregiver’s Guide to Setting Boundaries
It is important to identify, establish, and honour boundaries in order to respect yourself and the people around you--especially for family carers. Here are some tips.
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