Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions (Halifax, Eastern Shore and West Hants). Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1647

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This group is for individuals who have a hard time controlling and expressing their emotions effectively. This may include clients with Borderline Personality Disorder, as well as mood and anxiety disorders. Topics include: when and where the group is held, expectations, and topics covered during sessions.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions (Halifax, Eastern Shore and West Hants). Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1660

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The BEST group is designed for people with Bipolar Affective Disorder. This includes Bipolar I, Bipolar II, Cyclothymia, and Schizoaffective Disorder. You will learn about your illness, medications, non-medication treatments, ways to cope, and ways to manage your symptoms.You should be in a stable phase of your illness before starting this group. Topics include: what is covered in sessions, who will be at the group sessions, expectations, and group location.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions (Halifax, Eastern Shore and West Hants). Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1653

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The Changeways group is a group designed for people with depression or low mood as their main concern. The group teaches skills in problem-solving and managing your lifestyle to help with your mood. Topics include: when and where the group meets, what you need to bring, who will be there, sharing with the group, and how the group will help you.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions (Halifax, Eastern Shore and West Hants). Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1646

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Changing Patterns is a 12-week treatment group that encourages participants to challenge their thoughts and feelings to help them create healthy relationships with people close to them. Topics include: how many people are in each group, how to join, how long the group lasts, and topics covered during sessions.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Mental Health Day Treatment Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number

0662

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This handbook outlines what to expect during the 6 week Mental Health Day Treatment Program. Information about medications, treatment principles, staff members and their roles, and what is expected of those entering the program is provided. An outline of the various groups offered within the program is listed.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions (Halifax, Eastern Shore and West Hants). Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1651

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This group is for people who have struggled with depression and want to stop it from happening again. It is best suited for people who are not actively experiencing a depressive episode. The goal of this group is to improve your chance of preventing further depression. You will do this by learning skills that help you experience your thoughts and feelings differently. This pamphlet explains what you will learn, what is expected of you, when and where the group meets, and how the group will help…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Addictions and Mental Health Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2016.

Pamphlet Number

1640

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Our anxiety groups are for people who experience 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.