Understanding Substance Use
Health is a state of total well-being—physical, mental and social—helping us both survive and thrive in our everyday lives.
Income
According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, social and economic status may be the most important determinants of health—that is, the most important factor that contributes to (or takes away from) your health. Your economic situation may have a greater impact on your health than your social environment, physical environment, or even genetics. No one single factor determines your health, but they are related and they do work together.
Workplace: Disclosure and Accommodations
Disclosing an invisible disability is still, sadly, a somewhat risky act and it takes courage for an employee to raise their hand and say what they need and why. They can feel self-conscious, different, vulnerable. By the same measure, disclosure is usually accompanied by a request for accommodation—small changes or simple tools that can make success at work easier. Accommodations done well provide protection and support .
The Language We Use to Talk About Mental Health and Substance Use
Words matter. They impact the assumptions we make about others, the way we understand someone else’s experiences, and the value we place on others.
Workplace: Transitions
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Workplace
The articles in this edition of Visions talk about mental illness and the workplace- breaking down stigma, recognizing the signs, and personal stories about what was helpful and what was not helpful for mental wellness at work.
Income
Learn more about income and substance use. Income is one of the most power determinants of health. It allows us to meet our needs like decent housing and food. However, there is a strong relationship between low income and substance use problems. In this section, you’ll also learn more about social assistance programs.
Income
According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, social and economic status may be the most important determinants of health—that is, the most important factor that contributes to (or takes away from) your health. Your economic situation may have a greater impact on your health than your social environment, physical environment, or even genetics. No one single factor determines your health, but they are related and they do work together.
