Toolbox

This guide created especially for the family and friends of a person living with a mental health issue by Friends for Mental Health will be your ally throughout your journey as a caregiver!

Martin has been in a relationship with his partner for 25 years and they have four children together. Learn how he reconciles his role as a partner, parent and colleague without burning out, how he deals with his friends' lack of understanding and how he stopped feeling isolated in his family environment.

Olivia has a brother who lives with a mental health problem. Learn about how she deals with the taboos and prejudices of others, how she found her role and place in her family and why she seeked help even if she isn't the one living with a mental health problem.

Christiane has a 38-year-old son who was diagnosed with schizophrenia at the age of 18. Learn about how she manages her emotions, how she found her place in his recovery and how she gained new perspective on the mental health problem.

Jade lives with her mother who was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder a few years ago. Learn about how she learned to set limits, communicate better and where to go on the web to better understand.

This tool outlines ways that can help you maintain good mental health.

Tips and stories from young people of Quebec.