Mental health and poverty
Bruce Tefft It is a well-established fact that rates of mental disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression, schizophrenia) within the general population are strongly correlated with income….
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Breaking the silence on postpartum depression
On Wednesday, Sept. 18, health-care professionals and concerned family members gathered at McNally Robinson to discuss postpartum depression. “Postpartum Depression and Psychosis: Understanding Early Warning…
Mental health strategic guide released to campuses across Canada
Hundreds of professionals, as well as students with lived experiences concerning mental health, have put their heads together to produce a systematic guide for mental…
Going Deep with Jodie Layne
Hi fat folks, I hope that there are some of you reading this. Maybe you don’t self-identify as fat; that’s cool, you don’t have to. It’s…
Staying Grounded: The story of NBA rookie Royce White
When the Houston Rockets picked Iowa State forward Royce White 16th overall in last June’s NBA Draft, it was widely considered to be a risky…
Fifty shades of more pleasure
Dr. Reece Malone, Winnipeg sexologist and sex educator, held a seminar that was the first of its kind on Nov. 10 to discuss sexual empowerment,…
Answers behind Smith’s death obscured by legal battles
The evidence portion of the inquest into Ashley Smith’s death will commence on Jan. 14, 2013, after years of motions to inquire into the case…
New service in Winnipeg for those dealing with mental illness
The Canadian Mental Health Association Winnipeg Region (CMHAW) opened its doors to the public the first week of October. CMHA, established in 1918, is one…
U of M study discovers link between spanking and mental illness
The University of Manitoba has made international headlines due to a recent study undertaken by U of M professors, which argues that physical punishment in…
Society at crossroads with the mentally ill
Let’s face it, many of us humans have a vengeful streak in us a mile wide.