Concurrent disorders are when mental illness and a substance use disorder happen at the same time. For example, depression and alcohol dependence or anxiety and opioid dependency. Join our podcast guests Ngaire, a parent of four, and Jennifer Toomey, a Registered Psychiatric Nurse at BC Children’s Hospital, as they discuss how to best support and treat youth with concurrent disorders. They offer tips on how to prioritize the connection with your youth while also getting the support you need as a parent or caregiver. 

Concurrent disorders are when mental illness and a substance use disorder happen at the same time. For example, depression and alcohol dependence or anxiety and opioid dependency. Join our podcast guests Ngaire, a parent of four, and Jennifer Toomey, a Registered Psychiatric Nurse at BC Children&rsquo;s Hospital, as they discuss how to best support and treat youth with concurrent disorders. They offer tips on how to prioritize the connection with your youth while also getting the support you need as a parent or caregiver.&nbsp;

Through real stories, expertise, and practical tips, this podcast helps families promote their mental health and wellness. We navigate important topics to meet you Where You Are in your journey. Brought to you by BC Children’s Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre.

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Concurrent Disorders: When Substance Use Meets Mental Health

Changes to your family structure, such as becoming a step-parent, learning to co-parent, or navigating life in a blended family, can come with unique challenges for both the adults and the kids involved. Joined by Josephine (step-parent) and Kai (medical student), we explore:
- how children of different ages experience changing family structures
- helpful approaches for supporting children in blended families
- navigating co-parenting and managing conflicts
- where parents and caregivers can seek support

For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast

Changes to your family structure, such as becoming a step-parent, learning to co-parent, or navigating life in a blended family, can come with unique challenges for both the adults and the kids involved. Joined by Josephine (step-parent) and Kai (medical student), we explore: - how children of different ages experience changing family structures - helpful approaches for supporting children in blended families - navigating co-parenting and managing conflicts - where parents and caregivers can seek support For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to <a href="https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast">https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast</a>

Talking About Step-Parenting, Blended Families and Supporting Kids as New Families Come Together

We are sharing this great episode about eating disorders from Open hearts. Honest conversations., a podcast from Family Services of the North Shore. In this episode, Val, host of Open Hearts Honest Conversations, is joined by Joanna, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Vicky, a guest with lived experience. They talk about common characteristics of eating disorders, Vicky’s own journey, and how family and loved ones can provide support to someone with an eating disorder.

Note: Self-harm and sexual assault are discussed in this episode. For some of us, these topics can be challenging and heavy. As you listen to this episode, please take stock of how you're feeling. If you need to take a break, come back a little later, or need to reach out to your supports, please do so.

For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast

We are sharing this great episode about eating disorders from Open hearts. Honest conversations., a podcast from Family Services of the North Shore. In this episode, Val, host of Open Hearts Honest Conversations, is joined by Joanna, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Vicky, a guest with lived experience. They talk about common characteristics of eating disorders, Vicky&rsquo;s own journey, and how family and loved ones can provide support to someone with an eating disorder. Note: Self-harm and sexual assault are discussed in this episode. For some of us, these topics can be challenging and heavy. As you listen to this episode, please take stock of how you're feeling. If you need to take a break, come back a little later, or need to reach out to your supports, please do so. For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to <a href="https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast">https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast</a>

Living with an Eating Disorder – A Hopeful Journey

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Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder that can have a big impact on children, youth, and families. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Roberto Sassi (Psychiatrist-in-Chief at BC Children’s and Women’s Hospitals) to discuss:
- what bipolar disorder is and how it's diagnosed
- what treatment and support can look like
- common questions about bipolar disorder from BC parents and caregivers

Note: The topic of suicide is discussed in this episode. For some of us, this might feel challenging or heavy. As you listen to this episode, please take stock of how you're feeling. If you need to take a break from listening, come back a little later, or reach out to your supports, please do so.

For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast

Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder that can have a big impact on children, youth, and families. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Roberto Sassi (Psychiatrist-in-Chief at BC Children&rsquo;s and Women&rsquo;s Hospitals) to discuss: - what bipolar disorder is and how it's diagnosed - what treatment and support can look like - common questions about bipolar disorder from BC parents and caregivers Note: The topic of suicide is discussed in this episode. For some of us, this might feel challenging or heavy. As you listen to this episode, please take stock of how you're feeling. If you need to take a break from listening, come back a little later, or reach out to your supports, please do so. For more detailed show notes, including guest bios, head to <a href="https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast">https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast</a>

Concurrent Disorders: When Substance Use Meets Mental Health

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