CFMS Wellness Resources | COVID-19

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2	This document is a live working document for wellness resources available to students during the COVID-19 self-isolation period. Please add your Mental Health, Physical Health, Social Health, Nutrition and other resources in the sheets below. If you have any questions, please contact the CFMS National Officer of Wellness (wellness@cfms.org), or your local Wellness Committee/Officer (local contacts sheet). Thank you to the U of T MD Program's SHINE organization for initating this project!
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5	1	Headspace App	Hundreds of guided meditation sessions on topics like focus, exercise, sleep, and managing stress and anxiety	https://www.headspace.com/	Requires a subscription, but a free collection is available for COVID-19 called "Weathering the Storm". A free 3-month subscription is available for Canadian HCPs if you email health@headspace.com with proof that you are a liscenced Canadian HCP (e.g. licensure number)
6	2	BounceBack Ontario	BounceBack® is a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.	https://bouncebackontario.ca/
7	3	CMHA COVID Mental Health Tips	Some information from the CMHA with 5 basic tips to help individuals facing heightened mental health concerns during this time	http://ontario.cmha.ca/news/cmha-offers-tips-to-support-mental-health-amid-concerns-of-covid-19-pandemic/
8	4	Calm App	Offers mindfulness and meditation programs, sleep stories, breathing exercises, and soothing nature sounds	https://www.calm.com/	Currently offering these free resources: https://blog.calm.com/take-a-deep-breath
9	5	Insight Timer	Guided meditations and talks led by top experts for beginners and experienced practitioners	https://insighttimer.com/	Has a tab with over 30,000 free guided meditations
10	6	Here to Help BC - Covid-19 Anxiety	Offers some tips for managing anxiety during this time, from CMHA BC division	https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/infosheet/covid-19-and-anxiety
11	7	10% Happier App	Specifically geared to skeptics & newcomers to meditation, this app offers guided meditations, videos, talks, and sleep content will help you build (or boost) your meditation practice, and stick with it.	https://www.tenpercent.com	free, but also option of paid subscription; also Ten Percent Happier podcast and a 10% Happier book
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13		The Science of Wellbeing	A free course offered by Yale for students to "engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits"	https://www.coursera.org/learn/the-science-of-well-being?ranMID=40328&ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-YUPZyKFFXOfmJ.vsjQvZrg&siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-YUPZyKFFXOfmJ.vsjQvZrg&utm_content=10&utm_medium=partners&utm_source=linkshare&utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo&fbclid=IwAR21ne9jLGqAkmsIrGiV9Y7-liSE4Yh-VqlM9gdE45ClPpUSIYei66HO8d8
14	9	New York Times Healthy Habits Challenge		https://www.nytimes.com/programs/healthy-habits-challenge
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16	11	Mental Health Resources - COVID19	Comprehensive resource put together by Vivian Ngai	https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_uD7IAe8SqTGsbZOeTXW5lCRCnLzv0MZJ8Rx8SFurkc/edit#
17	12	Ontario COVID-19 Mental Health Network	We are an emerging network of Ontario-based mental health professionals dedicated to supporting frontline COVID-19 workers during the evolving crisis.	https://covid19therapists.com/?fbclid=IwAR07YOiafsS0WPrZH1OOkZRPpswBZv7DFUr3ZQT1qYEmZlsaMUxRIJBanvg
18	13	Sanvello App	CBT based tools and meditations which is supported by an RCT to help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression	https://www.sanvello.com/	Usually need to pay for premium but currently free due to COVID-19
19	14	Physicians raising awareness about physician/student suicide	Delicia M. Haynes, MD Adam B. Hill, MD Michael F. Myers, MD Derek Puddester, MD Omotola T'Sarumi, MD Uchenna Umeh, MD Sarita Uhr, MD Pamela Wible, MD	www.idealmedicalcare.org	Although most of the listed physicians have a book or website, the most prominent physician speaking on the topic of physician suicide is Dr. Wible at idealmedicare.org. She is offering Zoom chats to any medical professionals and students who want to connect. Disclaimer: I have not read their books or used their services/resources.
20	15	Well Doc Alberta	"initiative aimed at advancing a collaborative, co-operative, pan-provincial approach to physician wellness"	www.welldocalberta.org	resources listed on website
21	16	jack.org	"national network of young leaders transforming the way we think about mental health"	jack.org
22	17	Canadian Medical Association		www.cma.ca/provincial-physician-health-program	provincial physician health programs
23	18	KevinMD	U.S. based "platform where physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, medical students, and patients share their insight and tell their stories"	kevinMD.com
24	20	Medical Students Against Interpersonal Violence	raises awareness about interpersonal violence issues important to medical students	msaiv.org	Check out our work to date in the archives, or reach out to members for further resources
25	21	Health Professionals Against Interpersonal Violence	raises awareness about interpersonal violence issues important to health professionals	https://www.facebook.com/hpaiv/	A place to share and connect with like-minded health-professionals concerned about interpersonal violence issues affecting patient/physician/student wellness
26	22	The Brave Man Book	Resources for anyone who is hurting their partner or being hurt by their partner at home	thebravemanbook.com	Click on "I Need Help" for resources
27	19	Waking Up with Sam Harris	A guide to understanding the mind, for the purpose of living a more balanced and fulfilling life. Sam Harris is a neuroscientis, philosopher, and New York Times best-selling author.	https://wakingup.com/	Free 7-day trial upon download, or free 30-day trial from someone already using the app. If you email the team (info@wakingup.com) and express any concern with the ability to afford a subscription, they will give you a free year subscription, no questions asked
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