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Monthly Archives: April 2009

Two wolves

April 30, 2009   admin   2 Comments

Two Wolves

One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, “My son, the battle is between two “wolves” inside us all.

One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.

The other is Good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith.”

The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather: “Which wolf wins?”

The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed.”

Contributed by Jenn Stephens

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Exciting news…The Toronto Star Saturday May 2nd, 2009

April 29, 2009   admin   No comments

The Toronto Star reporter Andrea Gordon is doing an issue on how early intervention for children with mental health issues is so important. I had the pleasure to speak to Andrea and share with her our experience and relay to her in our opinion how early intervention is so critical for the success of these children. I’m so excited to see the article. Keep an eye out on Saturday May 2nd, 2009!

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Public Forum on Child and Youth Mental Health

April 28, 2009   admin   No comments

This week the Hamilton Spectator has been running a special series on Child and Youth Mental Health. They are completing their series with a Public Forum on May 6 @ 7 p.m at the Spectator.

The forum includes a panel with guests including Honorable Minister Deb Matthews, Simon Davidson, and parents. It is going to be a very informative and interesting evening.

What is key – Minister Deb Matthews will be there – this is a PERFECT opportunity to unite in numbers to let her know that we are demanding a change for our children.

Please pass this information along to ALL of your networks. We really should try to come out in numbers to support this forum. We need to show that holding public forums like this is needed, worthwhile, and will make a difference to families and their children.

To register call
905-526-3535.

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Win a copy of the new Iris the Dragon Book – I can fix it

April 27, 2009   admin   1 Comment

Gordon Floyd, the executive director and CEO of Children’s Mental Health Ontario (CMHO) who was also a guest speaker told The News one of the biggest obstacles facing parents today is the lack of understanding and support from their neighbours, teachers and police regarding mental issues with children.

The sixth annual Parents for Children’s Mental Health (PCMH) conference was on Saturday and it was truly amazing. It was an incrediable opportunity to meet a new group of parents who understood unconditionally my struggles. It was empowering and emotional and best of all I got to meet face to face my new friend Heather Bishop, the mother of Erynn Quigley of whom we shared the spotlight in the Globe and Mail article back in 2008. It was a chance to learn, a chance to share and a chance to see exactly how we can all help to change the stigma of mental health.

We were given a copy of the new Iris the Dragon book entitled “I can fix it”

The new book focuses on educating audiences about Asperger’s Syndrome one of the Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) and the importance of a caring community surrounding children with developmental, emotional and behavioral challenges

And I have some exciting news for you. I’m having my first ever blog contest. For those who wish to win a copy of the new Iris the Dragon Book, here’s what you have to do:

Just let us know your best “small victory” story … you know – those moments where a few words, saying nothing at all, or “winging it” have made all the difference to your child.

To enter the contest simply leave a comment on this post. Contest closes May 4th, 2009 and good luck!

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Diagnosis of Social Anxiety Disorder

April 27, 2009   admin   No comments

I have tried with all of my might over the past 6 years to get the proper help and understanding for Sydney. Sometimes it has been easy but most times each appointment and each new meeting has been frustrating.  Arlin Cunic’s article at the about.com site helps to ease the minds of those looking for help.

Obtaining a diagnosis of social anxiety disorder (SAD) is the first step toward receiving appropriate treatment if you believe that you may suffer with SAD. Below are various aspects of the diagnostic process to help familiarize you with the steps involved.

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