Did you know 75% of people who experience mental illness have their first episode before turning 25? Dr. Steve Mathias, the Co-Executive Director of Foundry, understands the importance of championing mental health for youth and young adults ages 12-24.
In this episode, he discusses how this generation is more comfortable asking for help, Foundry’s work in breaking down barriers, and the trends today in youth mental health.
Whether you're a parent or mentor, learn how to support the young people in your community better.
Follow Foundry on
- Website - https://foundrybc.ca/
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/foundry_bc/
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Foundrybc/
- X - https://x.com/Foundrybc
- Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK531fUVWR1UviGHboWRpgw
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundrybc/
Share the FoundryBC Virtual App
- Google Play Store - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.foundrybc.foundryapp
- Apple App Store - https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/foundry-bc/id1542266903
- Web Portal - https://webapp.foundrybc.ca/home
Follow Canadian Men’s Health
- Website - https://menshealthfoundation.ca/
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/menshealthfdn/
- Facebook - https://facebook.com/menshealthfoundation
Chapters
00:21 Meet Dr. Steve Mathias
02:05 Foundry BC: The Beginning
02:43 Challenges Faced by Youth
03:43 Creating Youth-Friendly Resources
04:54 Expansion and Impact of Foundry
08:14 The Importance of Branding
11:49 Reaching and Supporting Youth
14:25 Peer Support and Role Models
17:56 Integrated Youth Services Across Canada
19:14 Partnerships and Future Goals
22:49 Encouraging Help-Seeking Behavior
27:01 Tools and Resources for Mental Health
28:15 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement
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