by Michele Sparling | Nov 5, 2015 | awareness, mental illness, transition-aged
Life can be difficult for a youth / young adult. It is a time of many changes for this group. Developing relationships, creating an identity, establishing values, moving from secondary to post-seconadry schools or a vocation, becoming independent – all part... by Michele Sparling | Sep 14, 2014 | awareness, coping, depression, mental illness, transition-aged
In Canada, according to Partners for Mental Health, 762 young people die every year because of suicide. Considering there are 4000 suicides (10 people per day) in Canada across all age groups (children to seniors) – & suicide at any age is sorrowful –... by Michele Sparling | May 8, 2014 | awareness, compassion, mental illness
I call it a demon because it is – it is called Darkness and it envelopes all. It reaches out and encircles not only the child, but also the family, and the friends. It gleefully grabs at the years of youth that should be filled with laughter, friends, and... by Michele Sparling | May 8, 2014 | coping, mental illness
“We measure success in steps so small that for most they are immeasurable, but for us they can be akin to the steps of giants.” (MS) That is how it can be for someone living with or caring for a person with a mental illness or disorder. A good day after a... by Michele Sparling | Mar 15, 2014 | awareness, coping, mental illness, transition-aged
Shine Out! Shout Out! Youth Peer-to-Peer Mental Health Support Program Shine Out! Shout Out! is a group of hockey-playing friends raising funds and awareness for youth mental health through fundraising and community outreach, including the Shine Out! Shout Out! Adult...