Coaching Association of Canada
Coaching Association of Canada

Research Paper

Mental Health and Substance Use During COVID-19: Spotlight On 2SLGBTQ+ Communities in Canada

Author
Mental Health Commission of Canada
https://mentalhealthcommission.ca/
Topic
2SLGBTQIA+
COVID-19
Mental Health

Location
Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
National (Canada)
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador
Northwest Territories
Nova Scotia
Nunavut
Online
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Yukon

Description

Explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health and substance use within 2SLGBTQ+ communities in Canada through this eye-opening content. Tracked by the Mental Health Commission of Canada and the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction since October 2020, bimonthly polls reveal the disproportionate effects of the pandemic on these communities due to increased social, political, and economic inequities. Key findings showcase varying mental health rates among respondents, with around 30% reporting moderate to severe anxiety symptoms. Additionally, access to mental health and substance use services remains challenging for many, emphasizing the need for continued investment in culturally safe support and addressing barriers to access.

Visit the link for a summary of the key findings and to access the full summary report.

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