Important mental health reminders as kids go back to school | CASA on Global News Morning

Kids are officially back at school and this season, we’re talking about what mental health challenges might look like in the classroom. For some kids, mental health struggles can show up in ways parents and teachers might not recognize right away. Leah Fraser, program manager and Keesha Sidhu, mental health therapist at CASA Mental Health

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How different activities build brain development and help kids’ mental health | CASA on Global News Morning

We all know getting outside and enjoying the fresh air and sunshine is good for us, but any kind of activity, whether inside or outside, is great for kids – and especially beneficial for their mental health and brain development. Kirsten Robertson, a recreational therapist with CASA Mental Health, and Tanya Kendall, director of CASA

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Is it picky eating, or something more serious? | CASA on Global News Morning

An aversion to green vegetables and slimy textures can be common in kids and adults alike, so it can be hard for parents to tell if it’s just “normal” picky eating, or something more serious. Charlotte Kot, occupational therapist at CASA Mental Health, joined Global News Edmonton to tell us what selective eating means for our kids and

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For A Child In Immediate Crisis

If your child is in physical danger or is at risk of harming themselves or someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

If your child is in crisis, dial the Edmonton distress line at 780-482-4357 for immediate assistance.