{"id":2152,"date":"2025-08-22T13:23:07","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T13:23:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/?page_id=2152"},"modified":"2025-11-28T16:50:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T16:50:53","slug":"home-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"Home 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t\t\t<h3><b>My Loved One Lives with Anxiety<\/b><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ASMFMH-Anxiety.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><br \/>\nLiving alongside someone with an anxiety disorder, whether they are a partner, child, parent, friend, or sibling, can be both challenging and confusing. You may feel caught in a whirlwind of emotions: the worry during their anxiety episodes, the frustration of not knowing how to help, and the fatigue from constantly adjusting your own behavior to avoid triggering their anxiety.\n<p><strong>You might recognize yourself in some of these situations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You walk on eggshells to avoid their anxiety episodes.<\/li>\n<li>You feel responsible for reassuring them at all times.<\/li>\n<li>You exhaust yourself adapting your plans to their constant worries.<\/li>\n<li>You feel guilty whenever you take time for yourself.<\/li>\n<li>You experience confusion about what your loved one is going through and feel like you never say the &#8220;right&#8221; thing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This emotional burden can lead to exhaustion and the loss of your own balance, even if you deeply care about your loved one. Acknowledging this reality is the first step toward finding resources, learning how to better support them, and taking care of yourself.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Being Better Equipped to Offer Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Learning to support your loved one effectively, without burning yourself out-requires new strategies. When family members and friends are better informed and supported, they can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Communicate more effectively<\/li>\n<li>Set healthy boundaries<\/li>\n<li>Reduce tensions at home<\/li>\n<li>And most importantly, contribute to their loved one&#8217;s recovery from anxiety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How Friends for Mental Health Can Help You<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As an organization dedicated to families and friends, we help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand anxiety and its impacts<\/li>\n<li>Validate your emotions and your experience<\/li>\n<li>Explore practical strategies to support your loved one<\/li>\n<li>Break isolation and regain a sense of control over your daily life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\">Learn about our services  \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Icon-Anxiety.png\" alt=\"\"\/>\n\t\t\t<h3><b>My Loved One Lives with Depression<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ASMFMH-Depression.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><br \/>Living alongside someone who is experiencing depression, whether it&#8217;s a partner, a child, a parent, a friend, or a sibling, can be both overwhelming and exhausting. You may feel a mix of sadness, helplessness, and frustration as you watch your loved one withdraw, lose energy, and lose interest in everyday activities.<\/p>\n<p>The constant effort to comfort them, manage mood swings, or take on extra responsibilities can leave you drained and sometimes isolated. Even with all the compassion you feel, it&#8217;s common to doubt your ability to help or fear you might say or do the &#8220;wrong&#8221; thing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Perhaps you recognize yourself in these situations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You worry about your loved one isolating themselves and losing interest in the things they once enjoyed.<\/li>\n<li>You&#8217;re concerned about their ongoing isolation and sadness, despite your efforts to support them.<\/li>\n<li>You&#8217;re shaken by their expressions of hopelessness or the fear that they may be thinking about harming themselves.<\/li>\n<li>You feel like your loved one&#8217;s depression is taking over your entire daily life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Recognizing these challenges is an essential step in finding personal balance and learning how to support your loved one-without losing yourself in the process.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Being Better Equipped to Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Knowing how to support your loved one without burning yourself out can make a real difference. Your presence can be an important pillar in their recovery journey. When friends and family members are better informed and supported, they can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Communicate with more empathy and clarity<\/li>\n<li>Set healthy boundaries to avoid exhaustion<\/li>\n<li>Understand the symptoms of depression and mood changes<\/li>\n<li>And most importantly, play an active role in their loved one&#8217;s recovery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What Friends for Mental Health Can Offer You<\/strong><br \/>As an organization dedicated to families and loved ones, we can help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand depression and its impact on family dynamics<\/li>\n<li>Validate your emotions and recognize your needs<\/li>\n<li>Learn concrete strategies to effectively support your loved one<\/li>\n<li>Break isolation and regain a sense of control over your daily life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\">Learn about our services \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Icon-Depression.png\" alt=\"\"\/>\n\t\t\t<h3><b>My loved one lives with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)<\/b><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-OCD.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><br \/>\nLiving with a loved one, whether a partner, child, parent, or friend, who has obsessions and compulsions can be both challenging and confusing. Repetitive rituals, constant checking, or irrational fears often take up a large part of their day and can end up affecting yours as well. You may feel powerless in the face of their anxiety, torn between wanting to help and fearing that you are reinforcing their compulsions.\n<p><strong>Maybe you recognize yourself in these situations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You adjust your own behaviour to avoid triggering their anxiety.<\/li>\n<li>You find yourself participating in their rituals just to reassure them.<\/li>\n<li>You feel drained from constantly trying to calm their worries.<\/li>\n<li>You feel frustrated by the impact OCD has on family life.<\/li>\n<li>You fear their reactions if you refuse to take part in their compulsions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Being better equipped to offer support<\/strong><br \/>\nSupporting someone with OCD without reinforcing compulsions or losing yourself in the process requires specific strategies. Your role can become a real source of stability if you have the right tools. When family members and loved ones are better informed and supported, they can:\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand OCD and the mechanisms that fuel it<\/li>\n<li>Learn to respond with compassion without feeding the rituals<\/li>\n<li>Set healthy boundaries to protect family balance<\/li>\n<li>Gently encourage seeking professional help<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>What Friends for Mental Health can offer you<\/strong><br \/>\nAs an organization dedicated to families and caregivers, we help you:\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand OCD and its daily impact<\/li>\n<li>Develop communication strategies that actually help<\/li>\n<li>Explore ways to support without enabling compulsions<\/li>\n<li>Validate your own emotions and break isolation<\/li>\n<li>Preserve your well-being while contributing to your loved one&#8217;s recovery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\">Learn about our services \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Icon-OCD.png\" alt=\"\"\/>\n\t\t\t<h3><b>My Loved One Lives with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)<\/b><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ASMFMH-BPD.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><br \/>\nLiving alongside someone with borderline personality disorder often means navigating a relationship full of contrasts. The intensity of emotions, sudden conflicts, constant fear of abandonment, and crises that are as unpredictable as they are exhausting can leave you questioning your reality and your role.\n<p><strong>Perhaps you recognize yourself in some of these situations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You walk on eggshells to avoid conflicts and crises, to the point of forgetting your own needs.<\/li>\n<li>You fear your loved one&#8217;s intense and unpredictable reactions.<\/li>\n<li>You feel responsible for calming their extreme emotions.<\/li>\n<li>You dread their threats of abandonment or self-harm.<\/li>\n<li>You feel guilty whenever you set a boundary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This disorder often leads loved ones to live in a state of constant tension and vigilance, at the risk of losing touch with their own needs. When each day revolves around the other person&#8217;s emotional stability, it becomes easy to silence your own desires and limits. But your needs deserve to be heard too.<\/p>\n<strong>Being Better Equipped to Support<\/strong><br \/>\nCreating a stable relationship while protecting your own balance requires new ways of approaching situations-skills you can learn over time:\n<ul>\n<li>Taking a step back without feeling guilty, knowing when to step in and when to protect yourself<\/li>\n<li>Setting clear boundaries, even when it feels difficult or uncomfortable<\/li>\n<li>Reducing emotional tension to create a calmer and safer climate in the relationship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>What Friends for Mental Health Can Offer You<\/strong><br \/>\nAs an organization dedicated to families and loved ones, we can help you:\n<ul>\n<li>Deepen your understanding of BPD and its impact on your relationship dynamics<\/li>\n<li>Learn communication strategies that work, even in moments of crisis<\/li>\n<li>Discover how to say no without losing your compassion or carrying guilt<\/li>\n<li>Validate your loved one&#8217;s emotions without accepting harmful behaviors<\/li>\n<li>Connect with others in similar situations to share and break isolation<\/li>\n<li>Contribute to your loved one&#8217;s emotional stability and well-being<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\">Learn about our services \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Icon-BPD.png\" alt=\"\"\/>\n\t\t\t<h3><b>My Loved One Lives with Bipolar Disorder<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ASMFMH-Bipolar.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><br \/>Living with a loved one who has bipolar disorder can be a source of uncertainty and worry. Whether it&#8217;s a partner, child, parent, or friend, the significant mood shifts between depressive phases and periods of intense energy can be challenging to manage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Perhaps you recognize yourself in some of these situations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You live with the uncertainty of manic and depressive phases.<\/li>\n<li>You fear sudden and unpredictable crises.<\/li>\n<li>You feel powerless in the face of impulsive decisions.<\/li>\n<li>You dread a relapse at every sign of a mood change.<\/li>\n<li>You exhaust yourself trying to maintain daily stability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Acknowledging these challenges is an important step toward finding resources and learning how to support your loved one while protecting your own balance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Being Better Equipped to Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Knowing how to support your loved one without burning out can make a real difference. Your presence can be an important pillar in their journey. When family members and friends are better informed and supported, they can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand bipolar disorder and its symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Communicate effectively despite the highs and lows<\/li>\n<li>Set healthy boundaries to avoid exhaustion<\/li>\n<li>Actively support their loved one in their recovery process<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What Friends for Mental Health Can Offer You<\/strong><br \/>As an organization dedicated to families and loved ones, we can help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand bipolar disorder, its phases, and its treatments<\/li>\n<li>Develop tools to anticipate and manage episodes<\/li>\n<li>Communicate effectively despite mood fluctuations<\/li>\n<li>Recognize early signs of relapse<\/li>\n<li>Preserve your energy and stability while contributing to your loved one&#8217;s recovery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\">Learn about our services \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Icon-Bipolar-Disorder.png\" alt=\"\"\/>\n\t\t\t<h3><strong>My Loved One Lives with Narcissistic Personality Disorder<\/strong><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Narcissist.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><br \/>\nLiving alongside a loved one who shows narcissistic behaviors-whether a partner, child, parent, or friend-can bring deep pain and confusion. Constant needs for validation, lack of empathy, or intense reactions to criticism can make the relationship exhausting. Family members may feel trapped between the fear of triggering anger and the desire to maintain the connection.\n<p>Maybe you recognize yourself in these situations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You walk on eggshells to avoid anger or contempt.<\/li>\n<li>You doubt yourself after being criticized or put down.<\/li>\n<li>You feel invisible, with your needs often ignored.<\/li>\n<li>You feel guilty when you try to set boundaries.<\/li>\n<li>You are drained from trying to hold the relationship together at all costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>Being Better Equipped to Support<\/strong><br \/>\nSupporting a loved one with narcissistic personality disorder means setting clear boundaries and protecting your own well-being. When family members are better informed and supported, they can:\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand behaviors linked to the disorder<\/li>\n<li>Develop strategies to protect their self-esteem and energy<\/li>\n<li>Learn to communicate more effectively without burning out<\/li>\n<li>Regain a sense of power in the relationship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>What Friends for Mental Health Can Offer You<\/strong><br \/>\nAs an organization dedicated to families and loved ones, we help you:\n<ul>\n<li>Understand narcissistic personality disorder and its impact on relationships<\/li>\n<li>Acknowledge your needs and validate your emotions<\/li>\n<li>Explore concrete strategies to protect your balance<\/li>\n<li>Break isolation and strengthen your coping skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\">Learn about our services  \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Icon-Narcissistic-Personality-Disorder.png\" alt=\"\"\/>\n\t\t\t<h3><b>My Loved One Lives with Psychosis<\/b><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ASMFMH-Schizophrenia.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><br \/>\nHaving a loved one living with psychosis or schizophrenia, whether a partner, child, parent, or friend, can bring worry, confusion, and feelings of isolation. Psychotic symptoms, such as hallucinations or delusional thinking, can be unsettling and make communication challenging.\n<p><strong>Perhaps you recognize yourself in some of these situations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You are troubled by statements or behaviors that are difficult to understand.<\/li>\n<li>You live with constant worry or uncertainty.<\/li>\n<li>You fear for your loved one&#8217;s safety and that of others in the event of a relapse or worsening symptoms.<\/li>\n<li>You feel frustrated when your loved one refuses help or decides to stop treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Recognizing these challenges is an important step toward finding resources and learning how to better support them, while protecting your own well-being.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Being Better Equipped to Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Knowing how to support your loved one without exhausting yourself can make a real difference. Your presence can be an important pillar in their recovery journey. When family members and friends are better informed and supported, they can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand schizophrenia and its treatments<\/li>\n<li>Develop effective communication strategies<\/li>\n<li>Maintain healthy boundaries to preserve their energy<\/li>\n<li>Actively contribute to their loved one&#8217;s recovery and stability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>What Friends for Mental Health Can Offer You<\/strong><br \/>\nAs an organization dedicated to families and loved ones, we can help you:\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand schizophrenia and its impact<\/li>\n<li>Validate your emotions and experiences<\/li>\n<li>Explore concrete strategies to support your loved one<\/li>\n<li>Break isolation and regain a sense of control over your daily life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\">Learn about our services  \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Icon-Psychosis.png\" alt=\"\"\/>\n\t\t\t<h3><b>My Loved One Has No Diagnosis<\/b><\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ASMFMH-Diagnosis.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><br \/>\nHaving a loved one in psychological distress without a confirmed diagnosis can be a troubling and unsettling experience. You might notice worrisome changes, loss of interest in activities, marked social withdrawal, extreme fatigue, or mood swings that are hard to understand. Sometimes, your loved one may express deep hopelessness, negative self-talk, or even suicidal thoughts, leaving you with a sense of urgency and helplessness.\n<p>Not knowing exactly what they are going through makes the situation even harder, fueling your worry and uncertainty about the best way to help. This uncertainty can lead to feelings of isolation and exhaustion, especially if you feel you are carrying this responsibility alone.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Perhaps you recognize yourself in these situations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You notice concerning changes without understanding their cause.<\/li>\n<li>You feel lost in the absence of clear explanations.<\/li>\n<li>You worry about not knowing how to help or where to turn for support.<\/li>\n<li>You carry the burden alone, feeling exhausted and fearful for the future.<\/li>\n<li>You don&#8217;t know how to encourage them to seek help or treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Being Better Equipped to Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Knowing how to support your loved one without exhausting yourself can make a real difference. Your presence can be an important pillar in their recovery journey. When friends and family are better informed and supported, they can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand the signs of psychological distress<\/li>\n<li>Find the right words to talk with their loved one<\/li>\n<li>Set healthy boundaries to protect their own well-being<\/li>\n<li>Encourage their loved one to seek professional help<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>What Friends for Mental Health Can Offer You<\/strong><br \/>\nAs an organization dedicated to families and loved ones, we can help you:\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand psychological distress and its impact<\/li>\n<li>Validate your emotions and experiences<\/li>\n<li>Explore concrete strategies to support your loved one<\/li>\n<li>Navigate the mental health system<\/li>\n<li>Break isolation and regain a sense of control over your daily life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\">Learn about our services  \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ASMFMH-Icon-No-Diagnosis.png\" alt=\"\"\/>\n\t\t<h3>Text message<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>You can now contact us directly by text message! We&#8217;ll get back to you as soon as possible, depending on our business hours.<br \/>Write to us at 438-922-3474<\/p>\n\t\t<h2>Services<\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>We offer several services that can help you to better cope with loved ones mental health issue, including counselling, classes and workshops, support groups, etc.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/\" target=\"_self\">More Info<\/a>\t\t\t\n\t\t<h2>Resources<\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>Our Resources section is overflowing with relevant information on various topics related to mental health issues. You have questions? You will probably find answers there. Our counsellors would also be happy to help you.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/resources\/\" target=\"_self\">More Info<\/a>\t\t\t\n\t\t<h2>Youth Zone<\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>This section, dedicated to children, teens and young adults, offers support and information adapted to the situations and needs of young people caring for a person living with a mental health issue.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/youth-zone\/\" target=\"_self\">More Info<\/a>\t\t\t\n\t\t<h2>Blog<\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>Visit our blog to discover advice and reflections that help you better understand emotions, manage stress, validate your feelings, and move toward greater balance in caring for your mental health.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/blog\/\" target=\"_self\">More Info<\/a>\t\t\t\n\t<h2>THE CAREGIVER&#8217;S ALLY<br \/>\nin Mental Health<\/h2>\n<p>Our new regional guide\u00a0<em>The Caregiver&#8217;s Ally in Mental Health i<\/em>s now available free of charge at our offices. Written by our professional mental health counsellors, it is an indispensable tool for families who are often faced with difficult situations. This 77-page guide, the only one of its kind on the West Island, includes pertinent information on the various mental health issues, concrete tools to help you cope with a loved one&#8217;s mental health issue, the various resources available on the West Island and much more!<\/p>\n<p>Pick up your copy now!<\/p>\n<p>25, avenue Fieldfare, Beaconsfield, QC, H9W 4W4<\/p>\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/234_GuideSanteMental_EN_WEB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-caregivers-ally-in-mental-health.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"259\" height=\"400\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/234_GuideSanteMental_EN_WEB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConsult the virtual version\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<h1>Calendar<\/h1><h4>Groups | Classes &#038; Workshops | Activities | Events<\/h4>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>Stay tuned for the various activities organized throughout the year by Friends for Mental Health by consulting our calendar. If you are looking for a support group, class, workshop, conference or other, the calendar will tell you when the activity will take place.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, write to us at <a href=\"mailto:info@asmfmh.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">info@asmfmh.org<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/calendar\/\" title=\"Cliquez ici\" target=\"_self\"   role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Consult the calendar\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConsult the calendar\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<h1>Thanks to Friends for Mental Health<\/h1><h3>You make the difference and I wish you a long life<\/h3>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>I just wanted to take a moment to tell you how thankful we are to have the helpful resources we have found at Friends. With the exceptional times we are living in, when we are dealing with family members suffering from mental health issues, we have somewhere to turn. Our Counsellor has been an incredible resource for us.<\/p>\n\t\t<h4>Register now<\/h4><h2>Support groups<\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p>Our organization Friends for Mental Health offers various adapted support groups that target various groups of people in order to meet the demand and needs of all.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more now and\/or register to participate.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/asmfmh.org\/en\/services\/support-groups\/\" title=\"Cliquez ici\" target=\"_self\"   role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Learn More\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<h2>Thank you to all of our generous donors!<\/h2>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<h3>The complete list of our donors<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<p>Lundbeck<br \/>CIUSSS<br \/>CHSSN<br \/>Fondation ECHO<br \/>Fondation SITN<br \/>Centraide<br \/>La Fondation Zhubin<br \/>Fondation Hewitt<br \/>Partage Action<br \/>Beaurepaire United Church<br \/>Bureau d&#8217;int\u00e9gration des nouveaux arrivants \u00e0 Montr\u00e9al (BINAM)<br \/>Club de Hockey Les anciens de Pointe-Claire<br \/>D\u00e9put\u00e9 de Jacques-Cartier, Gregory Kelley<br \/>D\u00e9put\u00e9 de Robert-Baldwin, Carlos J. 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