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Youth Addiction Mental Health
Mood and Anxiety
Depression
Depression: What to Look For
Depression and Substance Use
Depression Self-Care Resources
Anxiety
Types of Anxiety
Anxiety Self-Care Resources
Social Anxiety
Social Anxiety: What to Look For
Dealing with Social Anxiety
Social Anxiety Self-Care Resources
Stress
Stress: What to Look For
Tips for Managing Stress
Stress Self-Care Resources
Alcohol and Other Drugs
Alcohol
Alcohol: What to Look For
Effects of Alcohol
Binge Drinking
Tips for Safer Alcohol Use
Drug Use
Drug Use: What to Look For
Harm Reduction Tips
Alcohol and Other Drugs Self-Care Resources
Psychosis Awareness
Psychosis: What to Look For
Facts About Psychosis
Psychosis Self-Care Resources
Suicide
What to do if you are feeling suicidal
What to do if you are worried about a friend's behaviour
Suicide Prevention
Self-harm
Suicide Resources
Get Help
Talking With Someone
Helping Others
For Friends
Talking With Your Friend
Friend's Alcohol or Drug Use
Keeping Connected
Supporting Mental Wellness
For Families
Self-Care Resources
About Youth Addiction and Mental Health
Long-term stress can increase your risk of depression, anxiety, and other health problems. Deal with stress early to help prevent these types of problems.
There are many ways to help manage stress including:
Learning how to manage stress can help prevent it from affecting your mental and physical wellbeing.
Stay connected. Having healthy relationships gives you shared respect, honesty, loyalty, and trust.
When you are stressed, take a slow, deep breath. It calms your nervous system and helps you think more clearly.
Adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night. It can help you feel better, make it easier to concentrate and give you more energy.
Do something creative or something that you enjoy.
When you laugh, you breathe in more oxygen and your body releases chemicals that make you feel good. It increased blood flow and relaxes the muscles.
Talk to a family member or friend that you trust about your stress. It can calm you and give you a different perspective.
Just a few minutes outside can help you feel relaxed and recharged. A 15 minute walk in any weather can help you improve your mood.
Eat meals with family, friends, and co-workers to feel more connected.
Keep a journal. It’s a good way to help understand what causes your stress and how you react.
A healthy committed relationship helps builds intimacy and lowers stress.
Gentle stretching relaxes tight muscles and may help tension headaches. Regular stretching can improve your mood and general well-being.
Drink 1.5-2 liters (6-10 cups) of water a day to stay hydrated and alert. Your body needs water to work properly.
Proper nutrition fuels the brain and body.
Exercise for 30 minutes 5 days a week can improve your physical and mental health.
Don’t take on too much. Know your limits. It’s okay to say ‘no’ or ask for help when you feel overwhelmed.
Appreciate and focus on your strengths.
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