FINDING A PATH FORWARD FOR YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH

On November 5th, we shared on Instagram a simple but powerful idea: balance is an art. It's definitely not a fixed destination, nor a perfect formula; it is something we practice, stumble on, and continually refine. What neuroscience, psychology, and public-health research now share in unison, is that the art of balance is no longer optional, nor a luxury , or a "nice to have". It is the very foundation to a healthy mind. Rigid-thinking patterns, all-or-nothing thinking, constant...

Despite mental health being talked about more than ever, many young people still feel they have to pretend they’re OK. According to an article in The Globe and Mail (April, 2025) 60% of youth who are struggling don’t reach out for help because they’re afraid of being judged or labelled. That means that more than half of us could actually be hurting in silence – and there is a name for this: Masking. Masking is what happens when we: • Fake a smile at school • Say “I’m good”...

In today's fast-paced world, the issue of mental health has become more prevalent and more pervasive, especially among youth aged 15-24....