EAP Workshop - Mental Health Awareness (Virtual)

May 15, 2024 9:00AM — 12:00PM

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Location

Virtual
Zoom

This workshop focuses on the difference between mental health and mental illness, as well as common symptoms and available resources. It also helps dispel some of the myths and stigma surrounding mental illness. Some questions and topics for discussion include:

  • What is mental health? What is mental illness?
  • What are some of the myths that surround mental illness? What are some of our own biases towards, and judgments about, people experiencing mental illness?
  • Who is affected by mental illness?
  • How prevalent are mental illnesses in Canada?
  • What are some of the more common mental illnesses, and what are the symptoms?
  • How can we help someone who is struggling with a mental illness? How can we support their loved ones?
  • What are some resources we can provide to those who need help?

Registration is on the LMS

  • Go to the LMS log in page. Your pop-up blocker must be disabled.
  • Create an LMS account (if you don’t already have one). A work email address is required – please connect with your hiring manager for assistance with this.
  • Log into the LMS.
  • Use the search feature (top right) to find "EAP" and then click register on the workshop(s) you wish to take.
  • After you have registered for the workshop, it will appear in your "learning plan" and you will be sent the link for the virtual session. Please note that all communication from the LMS will be sent to your work email.