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Understanding
Depression
Information & Strategies to Help you Cope

Mental Health & Addiction Services

 Vision, Mission, Values and Philosophy of Care

VISION
Healthy People, Healthy Saskatchewan

MISSION
We work together to improve health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

VALUES
SAFETY: Be aware. Commit to physical, psychological, social, cultural and environmental safety. Every day. For everyone.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Be responsible. Own each action and decision. Be transparent and have courage to speak up.

RESPECT: Be kind. Honour diversity with dignity and empathy. Value each person as an individual.

COLLABORATION: Be better together. Include and acknowledge the contributions of employees, physicians, patients, families and
partners.

COMPASSION: Be caring. Practice empathy. Listen actively to understand each other’s experiences.

PHILOSOPHY OF CARE: Our commitment to a philosophy of Patient and Family Centred Care is at the heart of
everything we do and provides the foundation of our values.
Understanding Depression
Objectives

1. Share information about depression

and its treatment.
2. Learn when and where to get help.
Depression
Symptoms
Causes of Depression

• Genetics • Health conditions & hormonal

• Social & family environment changes
• Supports & ability to cope • Sometimes not an obvious
• Brain chemistry reason
• Seasons • Life events & experiences
Psychological Distress

• Almost all people affected by events such as a pandemic, will

experience psychological distress.
• Distress can result in negative views of:
• The environment
• Others
• Self
Resilience

Factors that support resilience:

 Stable employment
 Healthy eating habits
 Good exercise habits
 Low levels of alcohol/drug use
 Social and/or family support
Coping Strategies

• Watch and wait

• Diet
• Substances
• Hydration
• Social connection
• Exercise
• Sleep
• Activity scheduling
Evidence-Based Therapies

 Behavioural Therapy
 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
 Mindfulness based Cognitive Therapy
(MBCT)
 Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
 Narrative Therapy
 Medication
Cognitive behavioural Therapy - CBT

• Structured
• Time-limited
• Problem-focused
• Goal oriented
 Resources

1. https://psychhealthandsafety.org/asw/ The Antidepressant Skills Workbook (ASW) is based on

scientific research about strategies that work best in managing depression and making it less likely to recur. It
includes an overview of depression, explains to effectively manage it, and gives a step-by-step guide to changing
patterns and behaviours that trigger depression.
2. https://psychhealthandsafety.org/dwd Dealing with Depression is a workbook for teens that
explains depression and teaches 3 main antidepressant skills to help overcome or prevent mood problems. The
material is user-friendly and engaging for youth.
3. https://cpa.ca/corona-virus/psychservices/ The Canadian Psychological Association has a list of
registered psychology practitioners donating some of their time to provide psychological services to front line
health care providers who may be feeling stressed, overwhelmed or distressed by being on the front lines of this
health crisis.
4. https://www.onlinetherapyuser.ca/wellbeing-program The Wellbeing Course is an online
course providing free education and guidance on simple but effective techniques for managing depression and/or
anxiety. This class is made up of 5 easy to understand lessons that are accessed online and take 8 weeks to
complete.
Resources
Apps

1. Sanvello – Self-help and self-care for anxiety, stress, and depression

based on CBT and mindfulness tools. (Free)
2. HeadSpace – Guided meditations to help with anxiety, depression,
sleep troubles, focus, and basic mindful practice. (Free to download
with option to subscribe)
Emergencies

If you or someone you know are feeling suicidal or in a crisis please

seek help immediately.
• If in need of immediate help, call emergency services: 911
(Ambulance/Police/Fire Service).
• If able, go to the local hospital emergency department.
• Contact a Mental Health Worker via Healthline for advice by calling
811 (24 hours a day).
Poll Question

What other topics would you like to see us provide

information/resources on?
Questions
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-SHAorgdevelopment@saskhealthauthority.ca

Sources:
-What Is Psychological Distress? - Definition & Symptoms." Study.com. September 12, 2014.
-https://thriveworks.com/blog/externalizing-problem-counseling-technique-narrative-therapy/
-Dr. Katherine Owens, R.D.Psych, PhD Senior Psychologist
 Additional Resources
www.saskatchewan.ca
• Click on Banner - Info for Public, Care Providers, Business and workers; Info for
healthcare providers; Resilient workplace
Healthcare Worker Mental Health Support Line
• 1-833-233-3314
• 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Morneau Shepell’s Care Access Centre
• www.workhealthlife.com
• 1-844-336-3136