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Ted Talks Childhood trauma isn’t something you just get over as you grow up. Pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris explains that the repeated stress of abuse, neglect and parents struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues has real, tangible effects … Continue reading →

By Mental Health First Aid USA on July 22, 2025 “Doomscroll.” “Brainrot.” These terms, and more like them, refer to the amount of time we spend absorbing negativity from our phone’s news and social media feeds. And they’ve quickly become … Continue reading →

In her TED Talk, Kasley Killam argues that social health—the quality of our relationships—is just as vital as physical and mental health. She tells the story of “Maya,” a woman with a healthy lifestyle who still felt unwell due to … Continue reading →

Toxic shame is not just the feeling that we’ve done something wrong—it’s the belief that we are something wrong. It often takes root early in life, especially in environments where a child’s emotions, needs, or mistakes were met not with … Continue reading →

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ORONTO — The Canadian Mental Health Association says living with a mental health or substance use challenge is already hard but masking it can be even harder. It’s no secret in the construction industry masking is commonplace, with many too … Continue reading →

In summer 2025, Peterborough launched a dedicated Men’s Mental Health Clinic located at 466 George Street North—home of the CMHA HKPR walk‑in clinic. This new service offers a welcoming, judgment-free space tailored for men facing stress, anxiety, or depression, recognizing that mental health … Continue reading →

Despite growing awareness around mental health, many people continue to mask their struggles due to fear of judgment, discrimination, or social exclusion. In fact, 60% of people with a mental health problem or illness won’t seek help for fear of … Continue reading →

🆘 Crisis Helpline Options in Peterborough 🌐 988 – National Suicide Crisis Helpline Dial or text 9‑8‑8, available in English and French, anytime, day or night. Connects you directly to trained responders in the local CMHA HKPR centre 📞 Telecare … Continue reading →

PETERBOROUGH — The Ontario government is making it faster and easier for people in Peterborough and surrounding communities to connect to high-quality, comprehensive mental health and addiction care services by expanding the mental health crisis unit at Peterborough Regional Health Centre. … Continue reading →