Information for Students
What is psychosis?
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It is a medical condition where you:
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hear things that are not present
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see things that are not present
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believe things that are not true
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What are psychotic disorders?
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A group of mental illnesses affecting around 3% of all Canadians, where psychosis is the main feature
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A spectrum of illnesses with different severities
What are the signs of early psychosis?
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The early signs of psychosis can be vague, but are recognizable when a pattern starts to show that changes the way that you think, feel, and act
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If you think you are experiencing psychosis, the earlier you speak to a trusted adult, the better
What increases the risk of psychosis and psychotic disorders?
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The use of cannabis is proven to increase the risk of psychosis, especially:
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Using cannabis often
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Using cannabis with a high THC content
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Where to Get Information or Help
Talk to a school counsellor or another trusted adult.
Mental Health Navigator NL
Find mental health and addictions services available across Newfoundland and Labrador.
Phone: 709-752-3916 or toll-free at 1-877-999-7589
(Video Relay Service [VRS] calls welcome)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Doorways
Single-session counselling services are available through drop-in, in-person appointments, often on the same day or the next day. Telephone and video appointments are also available. No referral is needed, and services are available throughout the province.
Find a clinic near you: nl.bridgethegapp.ca/service-directory/doorways-walk-in-clinic-counselling
Early Psychosis Intervention
An online resource for youth and families to learn about early psychosis.
Visit: earlypsychosis.ca
211 Newfoundland and Labrador
A free information and referral service that connects you with trained service navigators.
Call: 2-1-1 anytime
Online: nl.211.ca (chat services available Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 10:30 pm)
Mental Health Services
For mental health services anywhere in the province, call 811 for assistance.
In a Mental Health Crisis
Call 811 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department.