CMHA – Spoke

Mental health being ignored

BY WENDY HUENUL-VALDES Trying to get better in the mental health unit of Grand River Hospital is hard when the only thing you have to stare at is late-80’s cafe style coffee art. The walls are painted a sad brown latte colour that doesn’t brighten anyone’s mood. And God forbid they check you in on a weekend because you won’t get any answers or real help until Monday. Canada’s health-care … Continued

A healthy mind and body lead to happiness

BY MATTHEW EVANGELISTA Therapy is important to a healthy mind, but just as important is a healthy diet and plenty of activity. Research has shown that exercising can improve mental health, and improved mental health can result in a healthy lifestyle. “A lot of times it is those around them who notice before they do how much exercise is changing them for the better, especially with activities of daily living … Continued

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