National Mental Health Week - May 5-11, 2014
Mental Health Week is designed to encourage people across Canada to consider the role that mental health plays in our daily lives. This week is a time to raise awareness about mental health and all the ways it impacts us, our loved ones, our friends, co-workers and society.
It is estimated that 1 in 5 adult Canadians will suffer from a mental disorder at some point in their lives. Anxiety disorders and depression are the most common. It is also reported that mental health problems place an estimated $14.4 billion total economic cost on Canadians.
We continue the weekly challenge today with Day 2: Get Moving
Check back tomorrow for a new challenge!
Additional Mental Health Resources:
Canadian Mental Health Association Mental Health Fact Sheet
Canadian Mental Health Association Woman’s Mental Health Fact Sheet
Sheila Gothjelpsen is a Registered Psychologist with the Leduc Beaumont Devon Primary Care Network.
