The majority of people who feel suicidal do not actually want to die; they just want the situation they’re in or the way they’re feeling to stop. It's why talking through other options at the right time is so vital.

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“I think people fear being stigmatized or treated in a blanket fashion, which is sometimes the response to someone who says, ‘I struggle with depression’…'

Actor Ryan Phillippe opened up about his experiences with depression.

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Anxiety can manifest in various ways through a combination of physical, emotional, behavioural, and cognitive symptoms. It’s important to note that everyone’s experience with anxiety is unique, and not everyone will exhibit the same symptoms.

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If you're worried about someone in your life, it's important to let them know you care. Approaching the topic without judgment allows you to have a conversation free of diagnosis or labels and allows him to have a space to talk and feel heard.

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If you’re willing to do the work and invest in yourself, therapy can be hugely rewarding. It’s a safe, private, judgment-free space where you can share anything with a trained professional who is there to help.

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Finding ways to get better sleep is crucial not only for tackling depression, but also for good overall health. We spend nearly a third of our lives sleeping – it’s important to get it right.

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Alcohol and depression have a complicated relationship. The presence of alcohol dependency or depression doubles the risk of the other.

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Depression can cloud your thinking and leave you feeling like you're not important. We're here to remind you that you matter, and you're always valued.

When we’re depressed, we tend to envision worst-case scenarios (like our friends abandoning us or not understanding our struggles), but don’t under-estimate your friends.

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Finding out that your son is dealing with thoughts of suicide can be overwhelming. Learn what you can do to support your son in these moments.

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In addition to dragging down our mood, depression can cloud our thinking, invading our minds with negative thoughts and worst-case scenarios. These thoughts can sap our energy and reduce our ability to perform everyday tasks.

Starting off your work with a positive reminder that you are enough, just exactly as you are. If you're not feeling your best, that's ok and we'll be here to support you through it.

How are you feeling this monday?

Shouts to the writers of #Severance for using Mental Health-friendly language when describing a scene depicting self-harm in S1:E8: “attempted suicide,” rather than “attempted to commit suicide.”⁣⁣
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Language matters; especially in Popular Culture.
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Cc: HeadsUpGuys.

Feeling sad is a natural part of being human. The sadness that accompanies depression differs from our typical experience of sadness.

There are a few ways to differentiate sadness and depression

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Recognizing and better understanding the challenges faced by queer and gay men is an important first step to maintaining good mental health.

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Depression is a very common condition. It’s currently estimated that around 280 million people, or 3.8% of the global population, are affected. Yet, despite its prevalence, depression can often be hard to identify.

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Winnipeg firefighters are mourning the loss of their friend and colleague, who they say died by suicide earlier this month, and calling for better mental health supports for first responders.

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Michael shares his experience of living with bipolar disorder, from diagnosis to treatment and recovery, and what helped most.

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In addition to financial stress and disruption, losing a job can bring up a lot of negative feelings that are hard to deal with. These tips can help.

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Despite growing awareness of men's mental health challenges, many still suffer in silence, unaware of how common their struggles really are.

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