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We help people understand that mental illness is a sickness, not a weakness. Founded by Michael Landsberg, we are a statement, a community, a movement. #SickNotWeak
Stigma reverses everything. It tells us sharing is showing weakness when it actually shows strength.
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #EndTheStigma
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #EndTheStigma
January 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Stigma reverses everything. It tells us sharing is showing weakness when it actually shows strength.
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #EndTheStigma
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #EndTheStigma
What My History of Abuse Taught Me About My Mental Illness https://ow.ly/lwnF50XVK7z
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
January 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
What My History of Abuse Taught Me About My Mental Illness https://ow.ly/lwnF50XVK7z
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Depression versus sadness. Depression is a sickness, sadness is an emotion. Depression is unrelenting, sadness can come and go. We seldom know what causes depression, we always know what causes sadness.
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
January 17, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Depression versus sadness. Depression is a sickness, sadness is an emotion. Depression is unrelenting, sadness can come and go. We seldom know what causes depression, we always know what causes sadness.
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
If You Notice These 11 Details In Someone's Home, They're Probably Struggling Emotionally https://ow.ly/60yy50XVHSB
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#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
If You Notice These 11 Details In Someone's Home, They're Probably Struggling Emotionally
The state of a person's surroundings reveals quite a bit about their mental state. So, if you notice these 11 details in someone's home, they're probably struggling emotionally.
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January 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM
If You Notice These 11 Details In Someone's Home, They're Probably Struggling Emotionally https://ow.ly/60yy50XVHSB
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
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Sharing mental health stories can help reduce stigma and remind others they’re not alone. Recovery looks different for everyone, and that’s okay. 💛 If you’re able to share, it may help someone else. Discover more stories: mdsc.ca/recovery-sto...
January 16, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Sharing mental health stories can help reduce stigma and remind others they’re not alone. Recovery looks different for everyone, and that’s okay. 💛 If you’re able to share, it may help someone else. Discover more stories: mdsc.ca/recovery-sto...
Join the National Virtual Defeat Depression Campaign! Do what works for you, walk, run, ride, fundraise, and share. All impactful. All supporting mental health services across Canada. #SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #StrongerTogether #DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCa
https://ow.ly/6XkW50XXt8A
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January 16, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Join the National Virtual Defeat Depression Campaign! Do what works for you, walk, run, ride, fundraise, and share. All impactful. All supporting mental health services across Canada. #SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #StrongerTogether #DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCa
https://ow.ly/6XkW50XXt8A
https://ow.ly/6XkW50XXt8A
What We Don't Talk About When We Tell People to 'Seek Help' https://ow.ly/1xfX50XVHJb
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
What We Don't Talk About When We Tell People to 'Seek Help'
The reality is more complicated.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM
What We Don't Talk About When We Tell People to 'Seek Help' https://ow.ly/1xfX50XVHJb
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Transgender youth who receive hormone therapy are less suicidal: study https://ow.ly/snk850XVHvt
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Suicide #SuicidePrevention #LGTBQ+
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Suicide #SuicidePrevention #LGTBQ+
Transgender youth who receive hormone therapy are less suicidal: study
"Suicidality significantly declined" among trans youth who receive hormone replacement therapy, a new study has found.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Transgender youth who receive hormone therapy are less suicidal: study https://ow.ly/snk850XVHvt
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Suicide #SuicidePrevention #LGTBQ+
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Suicide #SuicidePrevention #LGTBQ+
Work–life balance matters 💙 Important insights from Mood Disorders Society of Canada.
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Supporting work–life balance is a practical way to care for your people and your organization.
When employees feel supported, stress is easier to manage and burnout is less likely, benefiting wellbeing, productivity, and long-term sustainability.
Learn more: mdsc.ca/workplace/ma...
When employees feel supported, stress is easier to manage and burnout is less likely, benefiting wellbeing, productivity, and long-term sustainability.
Learn more: mdsc.ca/workplace/ma...
January 15, 2026 at 8:55 PM
Work–life balance matters 💙 Important insights from Mood Disorders Society of Canada.
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Breastfeeding Linked to Less Depression and Anxiety Years Later https://ow.ly/tcSR50XVHow
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety
Breastfeeding Linked to Less Depression and Anxiety Years Later
Breastfeeding may be linked to better mental health for mothers — not just after birth, but years later.In a small observational study, women who breastfed were
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January 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Breastfeeding Linked to Less Depression and Anxiety Years Later https://ow.ly/tcSR50XVHow
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety
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Talk It Out🗣️
Sometimes, the best thing to do for your mental health is simply to talk about it.
Call or text a friend or family member, or find a therapist & be honest about how you're doing. It can make all the difference.💕
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCA #TalkTherapy
Sometimes, the best thing to do for your mental health is simply to talk about it.
Call or text a friend or family member, or find a therapist & be honest about how you're doing. It can make all the difference.💕
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCA #TalkTherapy
January 15, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Talk It Out🗣️
Sometimes, the best thing to do for your mental health is simply to talk about it.
Call or text a friend or family member, or find a therapist & be honest about how you're doing. It can make all the difference.💕
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCA #TalkTherapy
Sometimes, the best thing to do for your mental health is simply to talk about it.
Call or text a friend or family member, or find a therapist & be honest about how you're doing. It can make all the difference.💕
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCA #TalkTherapy
Meet MIRA 👋
The Mood Disorders Society of Canada chatbot, here to share info on mental health supports, services, and topics. Not a counsellor. No medical advice. Just help finding the right support. https://ow.ly/NvsL50XWUTV
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
The Mood Disorders Society of Canada chatbot, here to share info on mental health supports, services, and topics. Not a counsellor. No medical advice. Just help finding the right support. https://ow.ly/NvsL50XWUTV
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
MIRA: The Mental Health Virtual Assistant
Hey there! I'm MIRA. I'm a chatbot that uses artificial intelligence. I'm here to help provide you with information on mental health supports and services. I can also provide information on general or specific mental health related topics.
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January 15, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Meet MIRA 👋
The Mood Disorders Society of Canada chatbot, here to share info on mental health supports, services, and topics. Not a counsellor. No medical advice. Just help finding the right support. https://ow.ly/NvsL50XWUTV
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
The Mood Disorders Society of Canada chatbot, here to share info on mental health supports, services, and topics. Not a counsellor. No medical advice. Just help finding the right support. https://ow.ly/NvsL50XWUTV
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Teen smokers more likely to develop depression and anxiety https://ow.ly/qXNp50XVGSK
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Depression
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Depression
Teen smokers more likely to develop depression and anxiety
Teenage vapers and smokers have higher rates of depression and anxiety than those who do not, new scientific research reveals.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Teen smokers more likely to develop depression and anxiety https://ow.ly/qXNp50XVGSK
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Depression
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Depression
Does ASMR really help with anxiety? A psychology expert explains the evidence https://ow.ly/5hK250XVGHr
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
Does ASMR really help with anxiety? A psychology expert explains the evidence
ASMR is a tingling sensation triggered by specific sounds like whispering. While millions use it for relaxation, scientists are still trying to understand why it affects only some people and what actually happens in the brain.
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January 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Does ASMR really help with anxiety? A psychology expert explains the evidence https://ow.ly/5hK250XVGHr
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
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"I am currently living well with bipolar disorder and use my 31 years’ experience to help those who are newly diagnosed. It is my hope that sharing my story will help those who are struggling and perhaps decrease the length of their journey to wellness."
👉Louise's story: mdsc.ca/a-lesson-in-...
👉Louise's story: mdsc.ca/a-lesson-in-...
January 14, 2026 at 6:49 PM
"I am currently living well with bipolar disorder and use my 31 years’ experience to help those who are newly diagnosed. It is my hope that sharing my story will help those who are struggling and perhaps decrease the length of their journey to wellness."
👉Louise's story: mdsc.ca/a-lesson-in-...
👉Louise's story: mdsc.ca/a-lesson-in-...
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Improve Your Self-Care Routine ❤️
Letting go of what I cannot control and focusing on my own growth. 🌱🧠
Self-care is also about becoming the best version of yourself. ✨
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCA #PersonalGrowth #InvestInYourself #MindsetShift #SelfDevelopment
Letting go of what I cannot control and focusing on my own growth. 🌱🧠
Self-care is also about becoming the best version of yourself. ✨
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCA #PersonalGrowth #InvestInYourself #MindsetShift #SelfDevelopment
January 14, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Improve Your Self-Care Routine ❤️
Letting go of what I cannot control and focusing on my own growth. 🌱🧠
Self-care is also about becoming the best version of yourself. ✨
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCA #PersonalGrowth #InvestInYourself #MindsetShift #SelfDevelopment
Letting go of what I cannot control and focusing on my own growth. 🌱🧠
Self-care is also about becoming the best version of yourself. ✨
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MoodDisordersCA #PersonalGrowth #InvestInYourself #MindsetShift #SelfDevelopment
Study Finds Highly Sensitive People Are More Prone To Mental Health Issues—But There's Good News https://ow.ly/zSVG50XVGnv
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Are You A Highly Sensitive Person? You Might Struggle With This
But there's good news, too!
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January 14, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Study Finds Highly Sensitive People Are More Prone To Mental Health Issues—But There's Good News https://ow.ly/zSVG50XVGnv
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Psychologist Reveals Why Parents Should Let Teens Sleep In on Weekend https://ow.ly/Rq3X50XVG0h
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Psychologist reveals why parents should let teens sleep in on weekend
Psychologist Melynda Casement said that sleeping late can serve as a "protective" mechanism for young people.
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January 13, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Psychologist Reveals Why Parents Should Let Teens Sleep In on Weekend https://ow.ly/Rq3X50XVG0h
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth
Expert recommends doing these four breathing exercises every day to reduce stress and anxiety https://ow.ly/Xo8K50XT8pc
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
Expert recommends doing four daily breathing exercises to reduce stress and anxiety
Breathe your way to a calmer state of mind with these simple exercises
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January 13, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Expert recommends doing these four breathing exercises every day to reduce stress and anxiety https://ow.ly/Xo8K50XT8pc
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
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The 5 C’s—Clarity, Connection, Coping, Control, & Compassion—are key to reclaiming mental health when life feels overwhelming. Prioritizing mental health is essential, not selfish. 💛
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MentalHealthMatters #WellnessJourney #YouAreNotAlone
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MentalHealthMatters #WellnessJourney #YouAreNotAlone
January 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM
The 5 C’s—Clarity, Connection, Coping, Control, & Compassion—are key to reclaiming mental health when life feels overwhelming. Prioritizing mental health is essential, not selfish. 💛
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MentalHealthMatters #WellnessJourney #YouAreNotAlone
www.defeatdepression.ca
#DefeatDepression #MentalHealthMatters #WellnessJourney #YouAreNotAlone
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Did you know? The term Operational Stress Injury (OSI) was introduced in 2001 to recognize psychological injuries faced by service members and Veterans as real and valid—just like physical ones.
Learn more about OSIs and their impact:
mdsc.ca/edu/operatio...
#Veterans #MentalHealthAwareness
Learn more about OSIs and their impact:
mdsc.ca/edu/operatio...
#Veterans #MentalHealthAwareness
January 13, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Did you know? The term Operational Stress Injury (OSI) was introduced in 2001 to recognize psychological injuries faced by service members and Veterans as real and valid—just like physical ones.
Learn more about OSIs and their impact:
mdsc.ca/edu/operatio...
#Veterans #MentalHealthAwareness
Learn more about OSIs and their impact:
mdsc.ca/edu/operatio...
#Veterans #MentalHealthAwareness
Psychologists Warn: These 7 ‘Nice’ Phrases from Parents and Grandparents Actually Create Anxiety in Kids https://ow.ly/bE1l50XT8hZ
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
Psychologists Warn: These 7 'Nice' Phrases from Parents and Grandparents Actually Create Anxiety in Kids
Plus, the simple phrase kids need to hear.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Psychologists Warn: These 7 ‘Nice’ Phrases from Parents and Grandparents Actually Create Anxiety in Kids https://ow.ly/bE1l50XT8hZ
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
'If you're going through anxiety or depression please reach out for help' https://ow.ly/9oY550XT85m
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
Anxiety: Some days I could not leave the house, says musician
Singer-songwriter Glenn Rosborough says life has changed beyond recognition since he found a therapist.
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January 12, 2026 at 11:00 PM
'If you're going through anxiety or depression please reach out for help' https://ow.ly/9oY550XT85m
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
New Anxiety Medications for 2026 in the Pipeline https://ow.ly/2BPP50XT7Qx
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
New Anxiety Medications in Development for 2026 - LifeStance Health
Explore the most promising anxiety medications in the 2026 pipeline, including MM120, GlyphAllo, and Fasedienol—innovative treatments that may reshape how anxiety is managed.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM
New Anxiety Medications for 2026 in the Pipeline https://ow.ly/2BPP50XT7Qx
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety
#SickNotWeak #MentalHealth #Anxiety