Challenges, Barriers and Assumptions Part 2 Last week we started to discuss the daily life and barriers of people with special needs. Let’s continue to notice some of their difficulties. Living in low income buildings is it’s own challenge. Things are slow, paper work is meticulous and it seems you can’t get a straight human […]
Challenges, Barriers and Assumptions Part 1
Challenges, Barriers and Assumptions Part 1 Imagine you need to see a counselor, therapist or need some other help. You’re on some kind of financial health support program and yes you do have access to get help -if you can find it or get someone to help you find it. Now all you need to […]
Low Days
Low days Everyone has experienced a sad or low day. You know, those days when you’re contemplating the meaning of your existence or not feeling the most positive about your circumstances. Some people have these days more often than others but when we do have them we need to do our best to get through […]
Stigma, Stereotypes and History
Mental Health Part 2 When considering how mental health is handled and experienced in the black community it’s important to note that many different kinds of people can begin to experience stress and depression at any time for numerous reasons. Family, work, and relational stressors can take their toll and eventually, if not taken care […]
Mental Health in the Black Community
Mental Health in the Black Community We have Debbie Opoku-Mulder sharing some of her expertise with us today! For more information or to get in touch with her please check out her website: www.insidementalhealth.ca In any given year, 1 in 5 people in Canada will personally experience a mental health problem or illness. By age […]
