Anxiety

The holidays are here! Let the shopping, decorating and parties begin. For more than half the population, however, this time of year is one of depression, anxiety and stress.

Jessica was just 13 years old when she was admitted to the Eating Disorders Unit (EDU) at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores). Grappling with lingering symptoms of a concussion, a naturopath had advised Jessica to change her diet.

The biggest gift 2022 brought us was our little baby, Krish. While gratifying, it was also an incredibly challenging year because I had to conquer one of my biggest fears to have our baby.

Feeling Anxious? You’re Not Alone. As Many as Three in Ten (31%) Ontarians Report Having a Diagnosed Mental Health Condition – Most (75%) of Which Are Dealing with Anxiety

Anxiety does not define me. Ontario Shores was there for me when I needed it most.

Recovery is not linear. In fact, it is just the opposite. Recovery is filled with ups and downs, twists and turns, and several bumps along the way. It is something that I strive for knowing it’s possible it just doesn’t come in a neat tied-up bow.

Aaron Smith wants to save people from going to the dark places he’s been to during his recovery journey from mental illness.

Recently, Eli Brown was on vacation from his home in New Brunswick visiting friends and family in Toronto.

In my parents’ living room, there is a copy of Ontario Shores’ 2015 annual report with my smiling face gracing the cover.