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Moving Forward Through Partnerships

About the show

Discussions on topics related to mental health, addictions, and life in Ontario, Canada. We aim to provide our listeners with tools and resources that will help them to improve their own mental health and wellness, as well as tools to help them support their family members, loved ones, and their communities at large. If you would like to provide feedback and/or request future topics, please use the following link: https://forms.gle/MhSNiyMm2c2xsiv8A.

We regret to announce that the ONTX text and chat program will cease operations on November 30th, 2023. Text and chat services will remain available until that date, however, they will no longer be accessible starting December 1st, 2023. If you are seeking support alternatives, we encourage you to visit our website at www.dcontario.org/locations to locate your nearest Member centre, some of which provide their own text and/or chat support services.

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Episodes

  • Episode 64: Autism

    January 16th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  31 mins 47 secs
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    Autism is known as a complex neurodevelopmental disorder. Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD, are often used interchangeably. The conditions or disorders identified on the autism spectrum, are the result of a neurological disorder that has an effect on normal brain function, affecting development of the person's communication and social interaction skills. The disorder can impair one’s ability to communicate and interact with others. It can also cause significant impairment in social, occupational and other areas of functioning. It characteristically affects one’s response to physical contact and loud noises, smells and light.

  • Episode 63: Newcomers and Settlement

    January 11th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  15 mins 42 secs
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    Canada’s population of around 31 million people reflects a cultural, ethnic and linguistic mix that is unique in the world. In 2013 alone, immigrants from over 170 different countries made Canada their permanent residence. The majority of permanent reside

  • Episode 62: Workplace Bullying

    January 2nd, 2020  |  Season 1  |  18 mins 9 secs
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    Bullying is on the increase. In research conducted by CareerBuilder – Canada in 2012, 45% of respondents reported being bullied in the workplace. Nearly half of all workers have been affected by workplace bullying, either as a target or as a witness to abusive behavior against a co-worker. The sources of bullying were identified as follows: 24% coworker, 23% immediate boss, 17% higher manager,and 17% external to company (e.g., customers).

  • Episode 61: Dr Beach - The Psychology of Hair

    December 29th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  4 mins 51 secs
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    In this episode Dr. Beach discusses the Psychology of Hair and the role hair professionals play in mental health with Darnell.

  • Episode 60: Dr Beach - Living on the streets Part 3

    December 19th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  11 mins 37 secs
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    Part 3 in the Living on the streets series giving a US perspective on Homelessness

  • Episode 59: Dr Beach - Living on the streets Part 2

    December 12th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  11 mins 51 secs
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    Dr Beach reaches out for real conversations with people who are living on the streets to further homelessness awareness and reduce the stigma. Part 2: Meet Crystal and Scott.

  • Episode 58: Dr Beach - Living on the streets Part 1

    December 5th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  19 mins 23 secs

    In this special co-presentation between DCO and the reachdrbeach youtube channel, Dr. Beach visits a Californian park to discuss living with homelessness and the guests offer their experiences living on the streets in the US.

  • Episode 57: Dr Beach - Stalkers Series Finale - Part 6 - The Predatory Type

    November 28th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  5 mins 22 secs

    In the Stalkers Series Finale Dr Beach discusses the final type of stalker - The Predatory Type

  • Episode 56: Dr Beach - Stalkers Part 5 - The Resentful Type

    November 28th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  4 mins 2 secs

    In this special co-presentation between the DCO Learning Forums Podcast and the Dr Beach Youtube channel, he discusses - Stalkers part 5 - The Resentful Type

  • Episode 55: Dr Beach - Stalkers Part 4- The Incompetent Type

    November 21st, 2019  |  Season 1  |  6 mins 57 secs
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    Dr Beach covers the motivations, characteristics and risk factors of the incompetent stalker type

  • Episode 54: Dr. Beach - Stalkers Part 3 - The Intimacy Seeking Stalker

    November 14th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  6 mins 32 secs

    Dr. Beach covers part 3 in the 5 types of stalkers series — the intimacy seeking stalker.

  • Episode 53: Dr. Beach - Stalkers series - Part 2 - The Rejected Type

    November 7th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  6 mins 8 secs
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    Dr. Beach Stalkers series - Part 2 - The Rejected Type

  • Episode 52: Dr. Beach Insights - Stalkers Part 1 - Overview

    November 1st, 2019  |  Season 1  |  7 mins 10 secs

    In this special co-presentation between DCO Learning Forums Podcast and Dr. Beach he discusses his 6 part series on stalkers with an overview of the subject. Listen as he gives an in depth introduction and overview on stalking in part 1 of a 6 part series and stayed tuned for the next episode where he dives into case study examples and expert analysis.

  • Episode 51: Dr Beach Interview with Matthew Luppino on his film H.O.P.E

    October 24th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  13 mins 58 secs

    Dr. Beach talks with Matthew Luppino about his award-winning film, H.O.P.E. (Hold. On. Pain. Ends), and his own mission to promote mental wellness.

  • Episode 50: Dr. Beach Suicide Insights

    October 24th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  7 mins 14 secs

    Dr. Beach Shares his Suicide Insights (Youtube audio)

  • Episode 49: Youth Bullying

    October 24th, 2019  |  Season 1  |  21 mins 47 secs

    Bullying is one type of youth violence that threatens young people's well-being. Bullying can result in harm or distress including physical injuries, social and emotional difficulties, and academic problems. The harmful effects of bullying are frequently