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Life Unscripted - Stories of Mental Health and Addiction
Janice Arnoldi discusses how COVID-19 has impacted mental health and substance use in Canada, based on the May 2021 Mental Health Index report.
24:23•27 Jun 2021
Mental Health in Crisis: The Pandemic's Toll on Substance Use
“People are drinking more and using more drugs as we reach 15 months of COVID in Canada. The international HR company LifeWorks released it's monthly Mental Health Index for May 2021. The May report focuses on the increase in alcohol and drug use and how it's affecting mental health.”
Imagine living through a global pandemic and finding that your usual coping mechanisms just aren't enough. That's the reality for many Canadians, as highlighted in this episode of 'Life Unscripted'. Host Janice Arnoldi discusses the findings of the May 2021 Mental Health Index report by LifeWorks, shedding light on how COVID-19 has intensified mental health struggles and substance use. The report reveals a worrying trend: increased alcohol and drug consumption as people try to manage their stress and anxiety.
But it's not all doom and gloom; there's hope and actionable advice sprinkled throughout the discussion. Social support emerges as a critical factor for mental well-being, particularly for younger folks and students. Workplace mental health, parenting challenges, and the plight of small business owners are also examined, offering a comprehensive look at how different groups are faring. Janice's empathetic approach makes this episode not just informative but also comforting, reminding us that we're not alone in our struggles.
Tune in to understand the nuances of this mental health crisis and discover ways to support yourself and others during these tough times.
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