Angela -
The Mental Health and Addictions Centre of Excellence is hosting a session for adult community mental health agencies and community addictions agencies on the provincial data and digital initiative. This initiative will provide the Centre with the elements we need to support better coordinated care, system planning, and reporting.
The objectives of the webinar are to provide:
Game-Bling- When Gaming meets Gambling: 1-hour interactive webinar. Explores the blurred lines between gaming & gambling and the impact of technology on the gambling market. Includes discussions on gambling awareness, how gambling is present in video and social media games, and harm reduction strategies. perfect for those who work with youth or young people and are looking to better understand gaming and gambling.
Come learn with your peers in this two-day virtual workshop on the introduction to seven core clinical health topics in the care of the older adult living with frailty .
Starting November 6th, a free 10-day email series entitled "Launch Support Holiday Challenge" will support parents of highly dependent adult children with coping strategies over the holidays.
The first three days will focus on intention setting, the next three on the days leading up to the festive event, and the last three plus one will be dedicated to stress management and communication strategies parents can employ in the moment, as well as to reflection.
Angela -
Ontario Psychiatric Association event sponsored by the Ontario Working Group on Mental Health & Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Thurs Sept 9 7:30pm EST
REGISTRATION: https://www.eopa.ca/events/202...ns-for-psychiatrists
Course dates: May 26, 2021 – June 23, 2021
Course cost: $200
Register here: https://teach.camhx.ca/moodle/course/view.php?id=62
This webinar will discuss research on problem technology use, focusing on a recent study of problem electronic device use among Ontario adults. This representative telephone survey study found moderate to severe problem technology use in 7.9% of the adult population. Problems with technology use were associated with suicidal ideation, serious psychological distress, problem alcohol use, and treatment for anxiety.
Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario is hosting a Virtual Series of Webinar in recognition of Victims and Survivors of Crime Week Nov 22-28th, 2020.
Join us Thursday, Nov. 26th at 1pm for our upcoming webar,"Managing Risk for Domestic Homicide of Older Adults as a Community – Everyone Has a Role to Play" with keynote speakers, Margaret MacPherson, Research Associate,Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children, Western University and Tracey Marshall, President,Threat Management Matters Inc.
Adult ADHD (AADHD) is a common condition which often goes untreated. Treatment of ADHD in adults is significantly different from childhood as a) roles and responsibilities change and b) the profile of ADHD symptoms changes.
Rossana -
Canadian healthcare providers now have the tools they need to better support the prevention, assessment and treatment of older adults at risk of, or living with, substance use disorders. The Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH) officially launched four sets of clinical guidelines on substance use disorders in older adults today.
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Concluding the four part webinar series on cannabis use across the lifespan, the session on November 28th will focus on health promotion campaigns for older adults who use non-medical cannabis.
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November 28th, 12-1:30pm
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Direct registration link: https://teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
Leading the way in Mental Health Training and Education
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Recovery from Problem Gambling is possible. Client- centred strategies that are evidence informed help service providers build skills to assist the recovery journey for people experiencing gambling disorders, poverty and housing instability.
A recently released study looked at different modes of CBT administration among adults with symptoms of depression. They compared the effectiveness of CBT delivered individually, by telephone, in a group, or by guided or unguided self-help. The researchers looked at randomized clinical trials published between January 1, 1966 and 2018.
Education and Training for Mental Health Professionals
Registration closes soon for The UMAB Certificate Program facilitated by Elisa Reid, Asst. Lead Trainer for UMAB Canada!
