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MONTREAL, February 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Playing with Marbles, the Brain Canada Foundation's English podcast about all things brain, is back. This season we begin from the perspective of people who have experienced various mental illnesses.
Half of Canadians have suffered from a mental illness before the age of 40, and young people are particularly at risk. Whether due to societal pressures, post-pandemic stress or the current political climate, young Canadians often experience disproportionate rates of mental health issues.
“Every year, one in four young people need access to mental health services,” says Viviane Poupon, president and CEO of the Brain Canada Foundation. In fact, it is becoming more and more present, and not because we are aware of it, but because the need is growing and we recognize it and must act now. »
Follow host Katie Jensen into six unique brains to understand what it's like to be a young person living with anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, brain deficit disorder, attention deficit disorder with or without hyperactivity (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and dissociative identity living disorder and eating disorder. You'll also hear from neuroscientists and clinicians about what they think is happening in the brain and learn about some of the newest treatments available.
“Each episode this season tells the story of a real person living with a real mental illness,” says Katie Jensen. Since most mental illnesses begin at a young age, this is the time of year when we begin to experience them. »
Listeners can expect to hear from researchers funded by the Brain Canada Foundation, including Drs. Jo Henderson. Tamara Vanderwal and Sheena Josselyn as well as many other special guests.
Playing with Marbles is a production of Vocal Fry Studios and the Brain Canada Foundation. This season is produced with support from RBC Future Launch.
Playing with Marbles is available on the platform of your choice.
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Learn more about what the Brain Canada Foundation is doing to combat mental illness in Canada.
Contact: Brielle Goulart, Digital Communications & Stewardship Officer, Brain Canada, 450-915-2253, [email protected]
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