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Virtual Education Sessions
Virtual Education Sessions
Reduce Stigma. Receive Information. Reflect on Strategies.
Understanding Anxiety Series
Part 1: An Introduction
This session will distinguish between normal worries and anxiety that is no longer helpful or productive and will help participants to identify signs that they or their child/youth may be experiencing anxiety.
Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.
Part 2: Calming Our Bodies
In this session, we will review how the body reacts to stress triggers, ways we can start to notice the body’s stress responses, and strategies for regulating ourselves, children, and youth.
Date: Wednesday May 13, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.
Part 3: Settling Our Minds
In this session, we will look at how anxiety can lead to negative thoughts and thinking traps that can hold us back. Strategies for encouraging more realistic thinking will be discussed.
Date: Wednesday May 20, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.
Part 4: Overcoming Avoidance
In this session, we will discuss how avoidance of stressors can increase our stress response over time. We will discuss ways to manage stressful situations in steps and effective coping skills.
Date: Wednesday May 27, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.
Sleeping Your Way to Better Mental Health
Please join us to learn about the relationship between sleep and well-being. We will look at how sleep can impact mental and physical health, review common sleep concerns and factors that influence your ability to get the sleep you need. Lastly, we will provide practical strategies, tools, and resources to promote healthier sleep habits.
Date: Monday, May 11, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of children and youth.
Silver Linings
Supporting Wellness in the Later Years
As we age, we may face many stressors and challenges - we may not be as strong as we used to be, we may experience medical illnesses and loss associated with roles and loved ones. We may become lonelier, or it may be harder to cope with life transitions. This series will provide a basic overview of mental health challenges that older adults may face and some coping strategies and supports that can be used to overcome the stressors contributing to these challenges.
Part 1:
Date: Wednesday June 3rd, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of a loved one.
Part 2:
Date: Wednesday, June 10th, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of a loved one.
More than Just a Bad Day
Understanding Depression
In this session, we will discuss what mental health is, the difference between sadness and depression, and common signs and symptoms of depression. Treatment options and supportive strategies for coping and support will be shared.
Date: Wednesday June 17th, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
For adults supporting their own wellness or the wellness of a loved one.
Recovery Alberta is proud to offer FREE online programming for parents and caregivers who support children and youth, as well as sessions for adults looking to support their own wellness. Sessions are live and interactive. Our aim is to increase awareness and reduce the stigma around addiction and mental health challenges, provide participants with evidence-based information, and offer strategies that promote health and resilience. Click to learn more.
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