Valerie Petit
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Comms advisor, travel, coffee and wine afficionado, mental wellness supporter, and mom doing her best. Views are my own.
Ottawa
Joined October 2012
Vous n’êtes pas seul·e. Le 9-8-8 est la nouvelle ligne d’aide canadienne destinée à toute personne qui pense au suicide ou qui s’inquiète pour quelqu’un qu’elle connaît. Demandez de l’aide, chaque fois que vous en avez besoin.
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We've worked with @cancerstratCA to develop new resources on the intersections of mental health and physical chronic disease. Check out the quick facts on mental health and cancer now: https://t.co/aZuBVIGi6P
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Sometimes what we see in the media can be upsetting. If you are a Veteran and need support, VAC Assistance Service is here to help. Please call 1-800-268-7708. https://t.co/XFngfC7dUw
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En effet, article très intéressant de LifeSpeak. Le dernier bulletin du #PAE aussi!
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As #RemembranceDay approaches, feelings of loss for friends and family may intensify. There is 24/7 bereavement and mental health support from the VAC Assistance Service. You are not alone. Please call 1-800-268-7708. https://t.co/XFngfC7dUw
#SupportForCDNVeterans
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À l’occasion de la #JournéeNationaleDeSensibilisationAuStress, nous ne saurions trop insister sur l’importance d’utiliser des stratégies d’adaptation saines. Trouvez des idées de gestion du stress sur le site ➡️ : https://t.co/w3NKWTWdne
#SantéMentaleGC
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The intense emotional pain that you can experience when depressed can distort your thinking so it becomes harder to see possible solutions to problems, or to connect with those who can offer support. There is always a better option than suicide. https://t.co/fyWuJePHGX
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On #NationalStressAwarenessDay, we cannot stress enough the importance of using healthy coping strategies. Find stress management ideas ➡️: https://t.co/b1gzKjRpaN
#GCMentalHealth
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In a world that rushes by, it's so important to cultivate joy. Try to savor the beauty of everyday moments and find gratitude in the present to help counterbalance stresses and challenges of daily life. How do you cultivate #joy? #LifeSpeakInc #mindfulness #employeewellbeing
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Navigating stigma, grief, and loss and finding healing, hope, and community support after a death by suicide. A personal story in our magazine The Catalyst: https://t.co/KTw3F0qa0O
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Getting help with depression takes courage; reaching out and building supports is essential to successfully fighting depression. Start with talking with someone you trust and then look to make an appointment with a doctor to continue your recovery. https://t.co/rbNoCoo7Zg
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Of the estimated 4000 suicide deaths in Canada each year, close to 75% are men. Learn more about men's mental health, the best and most promising suicide prevention practices, and resources for those looking for further support.
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Alcohol and depression have a complicated relationship. The presence of alcohol dependency or depression doubles the risk of the other. https://t.co/HogOy1azwz
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It’s a fact – men experience depression. Depression affects millions of men every year and is the leading cause of disability worldwide. It’s a serious health issue, with really serious consequences if left untreated. https://t.co/J2BdCCnzWk
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We need to have meaningful conversations in the workplace about suicide, to provide support and resources, and to bring hope to someone who may be struggling with the thought of suicide. This guide can help: https://t.co/xwNe6CrLC6
#SuicidePrevention #TalkingAboutSuicide
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Whether spending time with friends, family, or colleagues, be aware of how others’ drinking habits may affect your own. Consider formulating a plan to moderate your own intake. More tips and info resources in this fact sheet from us and @CCSACanada
https://t.co/cMUvTPF8DH
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A few weeks of school are under our belt—parents, how are you holding up? During #BackToSchool season, employers can bolster support for #WorkingParents with benefits like flexible work schedules & #EmployeeWellbeing resources. Read our blog for advice:
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The back-to-school rush sparks excitement and anxiety for millions of working parents each August. Clean the backpacks, purchase new clothes, and review supply lists. As the countdown to the first...
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Septembre est le Mois de la sensibilisation au suicide. Il s’agit d’un rappel poignant de l’importance de la santé mentale et c’est l’occasion d’informer le public, de comprendre et de défendre les personnes touchées par le suicide. Apprenez-en plus: https://t.co/0E6lwLTogy
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