In the headlines or behind the scenes, CAMH stories always aim to inform, engage, and enlighten.
When CAMH introduced its Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative in 2017, one of the overarching goals was for Naloxone kits to be considered as stigma-free to possess as an EpiPen.
About CAMH’s Opioid Overdose Prevention StrategyFor young people receiving mental health care, a gap in care opens when they turn 18 – they must leave youth mental health services, and search for adult services. CAMH scientist Dr. Kristin Cleverley is working to improve this crucial transition for young people and their families.
About Closing the gap between youth and adult careA new CAMH study shows childhood mental illness has significantly greater long-term impacts in the adult years than physical health problems.
About The long arm of childhood mental healthThe early years are especially important for mental health because most mental illnesses begin in childhood and adolescence. CAMH researchers are learning from young people, improving care and developing biologically informed treatments to fundamentally change the path ahead.
About Transforming mental health for children and youthDr. Alex Abramovich was recognized by York Regional Police on November 20th for his work with youth homelessness and issues regarding trans health and inclusion.
About Dr. Abramovich’s work celebrated on Transgender Day of RemembranceCAMH is pleased to announce it has been named one of Canada’s most admired corporate cultures for the second time in four years.
About CAMH named one of Canada’s most admired corporate culturesDr. Renee Linklater talks about Atausiuqatigiingniq Inuusirmi (United for Life), a three-day gathering organized by the Nunavut Suicide Prevention Strategy partners in Baker Lake, Nunavut.
About United for LifeFor United Nations Universal Children’s Day, CAMH Library shares resources for info on the state of children’s mental health in Ontario.
About CAMH Library: Universal Children's Day 2018The CAMH Foundation has officially teamed up with the Furniture Bank to provide clients with furniture for their homes when they integrate back into the community.
About Partnership with Furniture Bank turns client’s house into homeFor Bullying Prevention Week 2018, CAMH Library shares select research reports on bullying prevention and how to create learning environments that are caring, safe, peaceful, nurturing, and respectful.
About CAMH Library: Bullying Prevention Week 2018