Learn about post-traumatic stress disorder: what it is, who it affects, and how to treat it.
Audience: First Responders
Mental Illness and Addictions Index – Center for Addiction and Mental Health
An alphabetical listing of mental health conditions and the various forms of addiction.
Psychology Works Fact Sheets from the Canadian Psychology Association
Helpful facts on several mental health conditions.
Substance Use and Gambling – Mental Health and Addictions NS
Here you can learn more about various forms of addiction.
Mental Health Continuum Model – Mental Health Commission of Canada (PDF)
Describes the different mental health phases first responders can experience throughout their careers.
Feelings Wheel – CMHA
Putting some feelings into words can be tough. This tool can help you recognize and communicate your feelings.
Check Up from the Neck Up
This private mental health check-up can help you identify symptoms of depression and anxiety.
PTSD Coach Canada – Veterans Affairs Canada
A tool to help you assess and manage symptoms associated with PTSD.
Mental Health Meter – Canadian Mental Health Association
An assessment tool to help build understanding about the characteristics of good mental health.
Mental Health Conditions
Information on the signs and symptoms of 16 mental health conditions.