Mental Health and Addictions Supports
Learn more about our Supports for Mental Health and Addictions
Mental health, addictions and chronic pain are challenging conditions.
Treating these conditions in an integrated way has become more demanding and complex – now more than ever. Find information to support the care you give patients – in a way that also considers your wellbeing.
Community of Practice
Virtual sessions by family physicians, for family physicians. Connect in real time and learn with your colleagues.
Peer Connect Mentorship
Continue your learning journey and partner with another family physician, one-to-one or in a small group.
Supporting patients with ADHD and comorbidities
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Wed, May 28, 2025 8:00 am EDT
ADHD is often missed due to its shared characteristics with anxiety and depression, or because patients have multiple mental health conditions in addition to ADHD.
Navigating the Complexities of Opioid Prescribing for Chronic Pain
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Wed, Jun 25, 2025 8:00 am EDT
New family doctors are often hesitant to continue prescribing opioids for patients, including to those who need opioids for pain management.
Best Practices for Nicotine Cessation
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Wed, Jul 23, 2025 8:00 am EDT
New nicotine delivery systems, policies and evidence are evolving to include nicotine pouches, 'heat sticks', and vaping products.
Social Prescribing: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health
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Wed, Aug 27, 2025 8:00 am EDT
Even if a family doctor makes the correct diagnosis and prescribes the most appropriate treatment to address an illness, if a patient is unable to access the treatment due to social or financial circumstances the patient will not improve.
Tips and Tricks for Addressing Burn Out
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Wed, Sep 17, 2025 8:00 am EDT
Administrative burden, including completing complex forms and reviewing EMRs are all contributing to burnout in family medicine.