Of the 4,000 suicide deaths in Canada every year, almost one in four involves alcohol. Meanwhile, people have reported an increase in their drinking since the start
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A Practical Guide to Assessing Cannabis Use: New Resource
Using cannabis has risks, but many who use it regularly may not be aware of them, including cannabis use disorder and the risk of dependence.
CCSA Enhanced Alcohol Container Labels: A Systematic Review
Alcohol is a widely consumed psychoactive substance that contributes to substantial health and social problems. Harms range from unhealthy weight gain from liquid calories to
Mental Health and Substance Use During COVID-19: Spotlight on Youth [infographic]
A recent Leger survey commissioned by the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) and the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) reveals that stress related
Mental Health and Substance Use During COVID-19
A Leger poll commissioned by the Mental Health Commission of Canada and the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction highlights the disproportionate impact of COVID-19-related stressors on people
Considerations for Virtual Services and Supports for Substance Use and Concurrent Disorders
COVID-19 safety restrictions drove the need for online and phone services to replace face-to-face counselling and supports. People using substances are experiencing virtual services differently