Monthly Archives: June 2011

Funding for Anti-bullying Program Released, But Limited to Kids Under 6

Posted on June 13, 2011 by

Anti-bullying program to be expanded in B.C. schools. Good news was released by news outlets in Victoria and Vancouver today–Roots of Empathy programs will be funded for the 2011-12 school year. The Roots of Empathy program encourages the development of … Continue reading →

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Anxiety Disorders Increase Risk of Substance Abuse and Suicide

Posted on June 12, 2011 by

Over one third of people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder self-medicate with drugs or alcohol, reported Dr. Kirk Murphy at the 19th Annual David Berman Conference on Concurrent Disorders on May 25, 2011. Concurrent Disorders are what the mental health community … Continue reading →

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