Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU): Dual Diagnosis Program
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38141
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Hospital. Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU).
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2313
- Available Online
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The Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU) is a specialized acute inpatient unit, under the former name, Emerald Hall. ANSU serves people who are 19 years of age or older, have a learning disability that needs some or a lot of care, and have an active mental illness (like anxiety, a mood disorder, psychosis, and others). This pamphlet explains who is on the ANSU team, what the ANSU team does, and what will happen before you are admitted. Contact information is included.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Hospital. Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hospital Units
- Mental illness
- Learning Disabilities
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital units
- Mental illness--Treatment
- Learning disabilities
- Abstract
- The Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU) is a specialized acute inpatient unit, under the former name, Emerald Hall. ANSU serves people who are 19 years of age or older, have a learning disability that needs some or a lot of care, and have an active mental illness (like anxiety, a mood disorder, psychosis, and others). This pamphlet explains who is on the ANSU team, what the ANSU team does, and what will happen before you are admitted. Contact information is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: ANSU Team
- Pamphlet Number
- 2313
After the intensive care unit (ICU) : QEII department of critical care (3A and 5.2 ICU)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35809
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Critical Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1762
- Available Online
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This pamphlet provides information for patients transferring out of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Different aspects of recovery from a critical illness are covered, including memory problems, sleep, depression and/or anxiety, breathing, weakness and pain, body image, and family. Ways to help with common problems while recovering from a critical illness are provided. The French version of this pamphlet 2185, "Après l’unité de soins intensifs (USI) - Service des soins intensifs, QEII (USI 3A et …
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Critical Care
- Alternate Title
- After the ICU : QEII department of critical care (3A and 5.2 ICU)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Critical Care
- Hospital Units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital care
- Hospital units
- Specialty
- Intensive Care Unit
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides information for patients transferring out of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Different aspects of recovery from a critical illness are covered, including memory problems, sleep, depression and/or anxiety, breathing, weakness and pain, body image, and family. Ways to help with common problems while recovering from a critical illness are provided. The French version of this pamphlet 2185, "Après l’unité de soins intensifs (USI) - Service des soins intensifs, QEII (USI 3A et 5.2)," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: QEII Department of Critical Care
- Pamphlet Number
- 1762
Après l’unité de soins intensifs (USI) : service des soins intensifs, QEII (USI 3A et 5.2)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37331
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Critical Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2185
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant fournit de l'information aux patients qui quittent l'unité de soins intensifs (USI) pour être transférés ailleurs. On y traite de différents aspects du rétablissement après une maladie grave, notamment les problèmes de mémoire, le sommeil, la dépression ou l'anxiété, la respiration, la faiblesse et la douleur, l'image corporelle et la famille. On y propose des moyens d'aider à résoudre des problèmes courants pendant le rétablissement d'une maladie grave. ; This pamphlet is a French …
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Critical Care
- Alternate Title
- After the Intensive Care Unit (ICU): QEII Department of Critical Care (3A and 5.2 ICU)
- After the ICU : QEII department of critical care (3A and 5.2 ICU)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Critical Care
- Hospital Units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital care
- Hospital units
- Specialty
- Intensive Care Unit
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant fournit de l'information aux patients qui quittent l'unité de soins intensifs (USI) pour être transférés ailleurs. On y traite de différents aspects du rétablissement après une maladie grave, notamment les problèmes de mémoire, le sommeil, la dépression ou l'anxiété, la respiration, la faiblesse et la douleur, l'image corporelle et la famille. On y propose des moyens d'aider à résoudre des problèmes courants pendant le rétablissement d'une maladie grave.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "After the Intensive Care Unit (ICU): QEII Department of Critical Care (3A and 5.2 ICU)" pamphlet 1762. This pamphlet provides information for patients transferring out of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Different aspects of recovery from a critical illness are covered, including memory problems, sleep, depression and/or anxiety, breathing, weakness and pain, body image, and family. Ways to help with common problems while recovering from a critical illness are provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: QEII Department of Critical Care
- Pamphlet Number
- 2185
Cancer and distress
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37343
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Provincial Supportive Care Site Team, Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program Education Team.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4012
- Available Online
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Cancer can be a difficult and stressful illness. Many people experience distress during their cancer experience. This is because cancer affects more than just your body – it can affect many parts of your life such as your emotions and feelings, your work, your finances, and your relationships with family and friends. This pamphlet explains what the "Patients Come First: Your Symptoms and Concerns Matter" questionnaire is, what to expect when you complete the questionnaire, and the benefits of c…
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Provincial Supportive Care Site Team
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program Education Team
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Anxiety - prevention & control
- Neoplasms - psychology
- Patients - psychology
- Psychological Distress
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Anxiety--Prevention
- Cancer--Patients--Psychology
- Cancer--Psychological aspects
- Distress (Psychology)
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Cancer can be a difficult and stressful illness. Many people experience distress during their cancer experience. This is because cancer affects more than just your body – it can affect many parts of your life such as your emotions and feelings, your work, your finances, and your relationships with family and friends. This pamphlet explains what the "Patients Come First: Your Symptoms and Concerns Matter" questionnaire is, what to expect when you complete the questionnaire, and the benefits of completing the questionnaire.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Provincial Supportive Care Site Team; Approved by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program Education Team
- Pamphlet Number
- 4012
Community Outreach Assessment Support and Treatment (COAST): Dual Diagnosis Program
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38142
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Hospital. Community Outreach Assessment Support and Treatment (COAST).
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1178
- Available Online
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The Community Outreach Assessment Support and Treatment (COAST) Team helps people reach their highest level of wellness. They serve people who are 19 years of age or older, have a learning disability that needs some or a lot of care, and have an active mental illness (like anxiety, a mood disorder, psychosis, and others). This pamphlet explains who is on the COAST team and what the COAST team does. Contact information is included.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Hospital. Community Outreach Assessment Support and Treatment (COAST)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Mental illness
- Learning Disabilities
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Mental illness--Treatment
- Learning disabilities
- Abstract
- The Community Outreach Assessment Support and Treatment (COAST) Team helps people reach their highest level of wellness. They serve people who are 19 years of age or older, have a learning disability that needs some or a lot of care, and have an active mental illness (like anxiety, a mood disorder, psychosis, and others). This pamphlet explains who is on the COAST team and what the COAST team does. Contact information is included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Nova Scotia Hospital Emerald Hall & COAST Team
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: COAST Team
- Pamphlet Number
- 1178
Coping with cancer-related worry and anxiety
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37594
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4023
- Available Online
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Anxiety can be described as nervousness, worry, uneasiness, or fear. Most people dealing with cancer feel some anxiety and worry during their cancer experience. This pamphlet explains what anxiety is, what the signs of anxiety are, and what you can do to cope with anxiety. A list of resources is included.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- Coping with cancer related worry and anxiety
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms
- Anxiety - therapy
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Anxiety can be described as nervousness, worry, uneasiness, or fear. Most people dealing with cancer feel some anxiety and worry during their cancer experience. This pamphlet explains what anxiety is, what the signs of anxiety are, and what you can do to cope with anxiety. A list of resources is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4023
How anxiety and your mood may change in pregnancy and after birth
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38175
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Perinatal Mental Health Initiative, Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2336
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information on common issues, like sleep troubles and intrusive thoughts (strange thoughts or mental images that seem to pop into your head and cause stress), anxiety and mood disorders, and postpartum psychosis (rare). Topics include what to do if you had a mental disorder before you became pregnant, what Baby Blues are and how to get ready for them, and what to do if you still feel overwhelmed, irritable, stressed, or sad after 2 to 4 weeks. Information on how to get help …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Perinatal Mental Health Initiative
- Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (16 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Pregnant Women - psychology
- Anxiety
- Mood Disorders - diagnosis
- Postnatal Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pregnancy--Psychological aspects
- Anxiety
- Mental health
- Postnatal care
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information on common issues, like sleep troubles and intrusive thoughts (strange thoughts or mental images that seem to pop into your head and cause stress), anxiety and mood disorders, and postpartum psychosis (rare). Topics include what to do if you had a mental disorder before you became pregnant, what Baby Blues are and how to get ready for them, and what to do if you still feel overwhelmed, irritable, stressed, or sad after 2 to 4 weeks. Information on how to get help with your mood or anxiety, and what to do if you have thoughts of self-harm or suicide is given. A list of resources is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Perinatal Mental Health Initiative, Western Zone, in collaboration with Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates; Adapted from: Bussey, L., & Williams, A. (2022). Primary care perinatal mental health toolkit. Dalhousie Departments of Psychiatry & Family Medicine. http://rcp.nshealth.ca/sites/default/files/Primary%20Care%20Perinatal%20Mental%20Health%20Toolkit_2022.pdf and Perinatal Services BC. (2014). Best practices guidelines for mental health disorders in the perinatal period http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Documents/Guidelines-Standards/Maternal/MentalHealthDisordersGuideline.pdf
- Pamphlet Number
- 2336
Understanding anxiety treatment group
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35650
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Community Mental Health and Addictions Service.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1640
- Available Online
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Our anxiety groups are for people with anxiety as their main concern. This pamphlet explains when and where the group meets, what you need to bring, who will be there, sharing within the group, skills you will learn, and how the group will help you.
- Available Online
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Anxiety Disorders
- Psychotherapy, Group
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Anxiety disorders
- Group psychotherapy
- Abstract
- Our anxiety groups are for people with anxiety as their main concern. This pamphlet explains when and where the group meets, what you need to bring, who will be there, sharing within the group, skills you will learn, and how the group will help you.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Community Mental Health and Addictions Service
- Pamphlet Number
- 1640
