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Breaking the cycle of trauma and addiction with strong support systems and self belief
Charles Santa has experienced a life fraught with trauma which fuelled substance use and mental health issues. Now in recovery, he shares his story.
What’s in a name: The Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction (θəqiʔ ɫəwʔənəq leləm’)
Behind the name of the new Red Fish Healing Centre lies a story and partnership that is rich with tradition and cultural significance.
Advancing our knowledge about traumatic brain injury
Dr. William Panenka, a researcher with BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services Research Institute, and Jacob Stubbs, a PhD candidate, published a ground-breaking study that links traumatic brain injury and homelessness—the first of its kind to do so.
Patient-led ceremonies foster important cultural connections at the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital
Many Indigenous patients at the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital have experienced trauma, often related to the tragic history of residential schools. One patient at the hospital is addressing these traumas by leading cultural ceremonies for her co-patients.
Trauma-informed care brings trust and safety to patient experience at the Red Fish Healing Centre
Research shows that more than half of people with post-traumatic stress disorder also develop mental health and/or substance use problems.
Demystifying anxiety and schizophrenia: Add these mental health podcasts to your playlist
At BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services, we know that mental health disorders are complex. Often, they are misunderstood and this can contribute to stigma.
Introducing the Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health & Addiction
At BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services, we know that trauma, mental illness, and addiction are all connected.
BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services researchers awarded $50,000 for schizophrenia research
Two BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services Research Institute researchers, Dr. Donna Lang and Dr. Todd Woodward, have received $25,000 each to help fund the next stages of research projects that aim to improve the lives of people with schizophrenia.
Technology and documentation management brings efficiency, accuracy and dignity to care
Across BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services, technology facilitates almost every aspect of our work. From maintaining client medical histories to facilitating learning opportunities, much more goes on behind the scenes than many of us are aware.
House post to be a symbol of hope, healing and homecoming at the Red Fish Healing Centre
Brandon Gabriel’s hands tell a story of hard work and history.