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Mental Health

Are you depressed?
Do you know the difference between depression and normal feelings of unhappiness, grief, or worry? Depression is a disease that can lead to thoughts of suicide and feelings of overwhelming pain. Take our quiz to find out if you have the symptoms and to look at treatment options.

Helping your children with stress
Do you think your child is stressed? Do you want to find ways to help your child but don't know how? You are not alone. Here are some signs of stress to watch for and ways to help your children develop healthy coping tools.

Managing your stress
Stress can affect your work, school, and friendships. Learn how to defeat stress both at work and at home with these science-based strategies.

Suicide: What you need to know
It's scary when a friend or loved one is thinking about suicide. Do you know what puts someone at a higher risk? You can look for warning signs and events that may make suicide more likely. Learn what you can do to get help for yourself or a friend.

Still have questions? Now call HealthLine at 811 for professional health advice anytime.

HealthLine is a confidential, 24-hour health information and support telephone line, staffed by Registered Nurses, Registered Psychiatric Nurses and Social Workers. The professionals who work at HealthLine are experienced and specially trained to help you make decisions about your health care options. They can help you decide whether to treat your own symptoms, go to a clinic, see your primary health care provider, or access emergency medical care, if necessary.

HealthLine is available to anyone in the province, free of charge. Services are offered in English, with translation available in over 100 languages. TTY access for the hearing impaired is available, call 1-888-425-4444.

Questions regarding medications? Call 1-800-665-DRUG (3784)

The Saskatchewan Drug Information Line provides healthcare professionals and the general public with access to current, concise, unbiased information on drugs and drug therapy.

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