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Psychologists can be found in the public system (for example, schools, hospitals, public health offices), but increasingly are choosing to work in private practice, fee-for-service, clinics. (Shutterstock)

In Canada’s two-tiered mental health system, access to care is especially challenging in rural areas

Rural Canadians face challenges accessing mental health services, and an exodus of psychologists from the public system may make matters worse.
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Obsessive compulsive disorder is more common than you think. But it can take 9 years for an OCD diagnosis

People can be reluctant to discuss symptoms with their doctor. When they do, their symptoms can be mistaken for other illnesses. Even when people are diagnosed, they don’t always get the right treatment.
Protective factors like supportive relationships can counteract suicide risk factors. (Shutterstock)

Suicide prevention: Protective factors can build hope and mitigate risks

The focus of suicide prevention is shifting toward protective factors: characteristics that make it less likely that individuals will consider, attempt or die by suicide.

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