Many people who really need help for mental health issues like depression, anxiety, or disordered eating don’t get it. This is a problem because these mental health issues are very treatable, and with counselling, medication or a combination of both, many teens go on to lead happy and healthy lives.
Reports and Research
An Intervention, Research, and Community Advocacy Project in Nunavut from Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre.
Mental Health Tip Sheets
Materials from Kids Help Phone.
More Resources
Addiction Education Lessons
IIKELC is proud to announce a new 4-part addiction education series that covers the topics of childhood trauma and addiction, alcohol, cannabis, and stimulants. This series is a unique approach to looking at addiction and addictive substances as it covers the general effects and dangers as well as health alternatives to each substance we look.
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Nunavut Colouring Pages
Please enjoy these colouring pages that were developed for the Suicide Prevention Summit.
ᐃᓄᑦᓯᐊᖅ Inutsiaq
The Isaksimagit Inuusirmi Katujjiqatigiit Embrace Life Council is happy to share the Inutsiaq Campaign videos on this special occasion, Pink Shirt Day. On this day, let’s give support and kindness to one another in our communities.
Aippagiittiarniq Discussion Guide
The Aippagiittiarniq discussion guide aims to provide an opportunity for youth to discuss their understanding of healthy and unhealthy relationships. We recommend that this discussion guide be used to supplement teaching to youth in grades 8 through 12, though it can be applied to older youth as well.
Children’s Activity and Colouring Book
A colouring book for children, including activities and images that promote and teach about Inuit culture and language.