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Mental Illness & Treatments

One in five Canadians will suffer from a mental illness in their lifetime, and all Canadians will be affected through someone they love. Recovery is possible and knowledge is an essential component of eradicating the stigma that is still associated with mental illness.

  • What is mental illness?

    Describes warning signs of mental illness and provides links to websites for more information.

  • Description of mental illnesses

    Information about specific mental illnesses.

  • Treatments

    Details the various ways that a mental illness can be treated and managed.

  • The role of friends and family

    Understanding how you can help your loved one (while taking care of yourself) is an important step in their recovery.

  • Securing your loved one’s future

    Here’s how to plan for future care of a loved one with a mental illness.

  • Navigating the healthcare system

    Information about hospitalization and what you can expect before, during, and after.

  • Your rights and laws in Quebec

    Laws that concern the person affected by mental illness, his/her family and trustees.

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AMI-Quebec helps families manage the effects of mental illness through support, education, guidance, and advocacy. Our programs are free!

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