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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 1h

The federal budget will be unveiled November 4th. We spoke to the CPA's Director of Policy and Public Affairs Glenn Brimacombe on the CPA podcast Mind Full about what he hopes to see, and what we can expect.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 18h

"You may be surprised to learn that CAMH researchers have shown that people with schizophrenia face the greatest risks of death and poor outcomes during extreme heat events, compared with any other group facing physical or mental health conditions."

- Dr. Sean Kidd

Toronto Climate Week: Let’s Talk About the Hidden Toll on Mental Health

Amid the focus on infrastructure, emissions and energy systems, a critical piece of the climate crisis is often overlooked: our mental health.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 22h

"On passe de l’été avec 16 heures de lumière [par jour] à l’hiver avec 8 heures [de lumière par jour]. [...] Avec le changement d'heure, les problèmes sont plus sérieux"

- Dr Joseph De Koninck

Une députée fédérale veut s’attaquer au changement d’heure

La députée fédérale Marie-France Lalonde présentera un projet de loi la semaine prochaine pour organiser une conférence pancanadienne sur le changement d’heure.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 1d

Free training session coming up for World Mental Health Day Oct 10, 1-2:30 pm EDT:

Kids Have Stress Too! Grades 1 – 6, presented by Strong Minds Strong Kids

Learn how to introduce stress management strategies and foster emotional resilience in the lives of school-age kids.

Upcoming FREE Trainings & Workshops – Strong Minds Strong Kids – Psychology Canada

DON’T MISS OUT!

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 1d

Congratulations to all 2025 Champions of Mental Health as recognized last night by CAMIMH at their annual gala! The CPA's Glenn Brimacombe, Stewart Madon, and Lisa Votta-Bleeker attended. (Dr. Votta-Bleeker is pictured here alongside Dr. Susan Farrell and Dr. Katie Hardy.)

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 2d

The next Lunchbox Lecture will be October 24 at 3pm EDT

"The Pull Toward Neutrality: Emotional and Cognitive Costs of Avoiding Extremes"

Presented by Dr. Thomas Vaughan-Johnston, Assistant Professor, School of Psychology, Cardiff University

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 2d

Dunham House in Dunham, QC is hiring a Psychotherapist

Closing date: 2025/11/03

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 2d

It's Mental Illness Awareness Week #MIAW

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 4d

It's Mental Illness Awareness Week #MIAW

Visit the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health website for downloadable content: buff.ly/Yio4KLK

Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 5d

Applying to grad school is a competitive and often confusing process. Use our roadmap to help you understand what programs are looking for and how to effectively prepare.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 5d

"Some of the greatest minds in the world were autistic minds. And [when] we take away the gene for autism, we're taking away a lot of genius at the same time."

- Florence Strang

Trump's claims about autism's cause can harm people looking for diagnosis, say experts | CBC News

Autism experts say misinformation can be a barrier for people seeking diagnosis, and the province needs to provide more support, like making autism assessments more available.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 5d

Faire une demande d’admission à une école d’études supérieures est un processus compétitif et souvent déroutant. Utilisez notre feuille de route pour mieux comprendre ce que recherchent les programmes et comment vous y préparer efficacement.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 6d

The next Lunchbox Lecture will be October 24 at 3pm EDT

"The Pull Toward Neutrality: Emotional and Cognitive Costs of Avoiding Extremes"

Presented by Dr. Thomas Vaughan-Johnston, Assistant Professor, School of Psychology, Cardiff University

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 6d

The Joseph L. Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto in Toronto is hiring an Associate Professor/ Professor – Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

Closing date: 2025/11/27

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 6d

Queen's University, Smith School of Business in Kingston is hiring a Professor in Organizational Behaviour/Human Resources

Closing date: 2025/11/10

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 6d

"An anxious teen may not say “I feel worried all the time,” but may complain of stomach aches, headaches or trouble sleeping. A depressed young person may not verbalize sadness but may be irritable, easily frustrated or unusually lethargic."

- Dr. Jillian Roberts

Many young people experience anxiety and depression – here’s what to look for and how to help

Early recognition, compassionate listening and support from a mental-health professional can help children heal and thrive

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 7d

The 2025 federal budget will be delivered November 4th. Glenn Brimacombe, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the CPA, joins the Mind Full podcast to discuss the advocacy approach to the budget process.

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Before the budget: Federal considerations with Glenn Brimacombe

The 2025 federal budget will be delivered November 4th. Glenn Brimacombe, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at the Canadian Psychological Association, joins Mind Full to discuss the advocacy appro

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 7d

"Sexual compulsivity isn’t one-size-fits-all. When people say that they feel that their sexual behavior is out of control or have a “sex addiction”, they may refer to a wide variety of sexual behaviors."

- Beáta Bőthe & Mónika Koós

The Sexual Repertoire of People Who Feel Out-of-Control

When people say their sexual behavior feels out-of-control, what do they mean? A recent study reveals which behaviors are most often involved, and why context matters.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 7d

"If you don't have that specialized training and the necessary clinical experience to do it, our concern is that the risk of clinical error is there, which could have profound consequences on the health of Ontarians."

- Dr. Lisa Votta Bleeker, CPA CEO

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 8d

New Heights School & Learning Services - Home & Community Support in Calgary is hiring a Registered Psychologist

Closing date: 2025/10/25

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 8d

The CPA has partnered with Indigenous Awareness Canada to provide free access to Course 201: Indigenous Awareness Certification to 100 CPA members on a first-come, first served basis.

To participate, contact [email protected]

Indigenous Awareness Online Training

Indigenous Awareness Online Training. Choose from Introductory Indigenous Awareness and Indigenous Awareness Certification.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 8d

The First Light Rally for Reconciliation starts soon in St. John's (2:00 pm NL time). Listen to our Mind Full podcast with Executive Director Stacey Howse, and find details about the St. John's rally, here:

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 9d

The recipient of a donation from the CPA’s Orange T-shirt sales at our 2025 convention is First Light, an Indigenous-led organization in St. John’s, Newfoundland. First Light has 7 locations in St. John’s that assist people who are experiencing homelessness, mental health issues.

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 9d

Back in Motion in Surrey, BC is hiring a People and Culture Coordinator

Closing date: 2025/10/24

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Canadian Psychological Association @canadianpsychology.bsky.social · 12d

"What we know about psychedelics and psychedelic-assisted therapy comes from Indigenous wisdom, some of it through cultural exchange, some of it through cultural appropriation."

- Dr. Monnica Williams

Are psychedelics a potential tool for improving mental health?

Substances like LSD and psilocybin mushrooms that cause altered states of consciousness are being researched for their potential benefits

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