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Feel Tired Part II
Christopher Garbrecht, Ac. - Main Street
(450) 226-1313
543 du Village, Morin-Heights
Office at 591 du Village
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English Link - CSSS
Help for Drug, Alcohol and
Gambling Dependencies
Sheila Eskenazi - Main Street
If you or a member of your family is suffering
from a dependency on drugs, alcohol or gambling,
help is available to you right here in your Laurentian community. The Centre de
Réhabilitation en Dépendence des Laurentides (in the process of changing its
name from the André Boudreau Centre) offers specialized counselling services,
most available in English, across the Laurentians.
The Centre, a public institution that is part of the health and social services
network, provides programs for adults and young people over the age of 12, and
also has counselling and support groups for family members coping with a loved
one’s problems.
The goal of all the services is to help the person with an addiction to take control
of his or her life, to regain balance and freedom, to be able to live without a
dependency on a substance or on the high that comes from gambling.
Services are free and personalized and take the person with a dependency
through the stages of detoxification, rehabilitation and social integration.
Programs are run by highly trained counsellors, supported by doctors, nurses,
social workers, psychologists and other professionals, and are tailored to the
needs, age and circumstances of each individual seeking help.
There are adult programs that include both residential and non-residential services.
At the moment, programs for youth aged from 12 to 17 are available only on a nonresidential
basis, forcing those young people who need more intensive attention
to be sent to centres outside the community. The André Boudreau Foundation is
currently in a major fundraising campaign called Building the Future, Creating Hope
As I explained last month, with a lack of energy it
is important to look at yourself and any possible
factors that could explain your tiredness. The
tiredness explained in this article is not, “I didn’t sleep well last night” but a
profound lack of energy.
Tiredness often follows major life stages, such as puberty, childbirth and
menopause. This is because of the hormonal changes at these important times,
and difficulties in adapting to the new roles. For example, women at menopause
may suffer from tiredness and depression, feeling that they are becoming old and
grey and physically unattractive, and they may find it difficult to adapt to these
changes. Meditation exercises that develop a sense of inner beauty and strength
can be helpful for this type of case.
Childbirth is often followed by severe tiredness and depression, especially
when the mother has not completely recovered from a previous childbirth. The
difficulty of the pregnancy and the birth can also be major factors, as well as
the temperament of the baby. A mother must give a lot of energy to feed and
take care of her baby twenty-four hours a day. Depending on the amount of
support she has from her partner and family, this can be a very difficult time both
emotionally and physically. It is important that the mother has a nourishing diet,
and as much sleep and help with the baby as possible.
Another avenue to examine is psychological disorders. Everyone has potential
or minor imbalances in their psychological make-up. Under sufficient pressure,
such as work, family, money, etc., these imbalances can turn into minor or major
psychological disorders. Possible disorders might include anxiety, depression and
so on. They often include tiredness as a major component of their symptoms. It is
so important to have someone to talk to during difficult times.
A very important factor to look into with anyone who is feeling tired is the
potential for physical illness. Obviously if a person already has chronic pain,
hypothyroidism, diabetes, cancer and many other physical conditions, it is easy to
deduce why that person is also tired. However, if someone is extremely tired and
cannot find any possible cause, it is very important to seek medical help. A real
lack of energy doesn’t just happen, except perhaps in very elderly people, it is a
sign that something in our body or mind is not working 100%.
I hope this article gives you a few more ideas on where to look to maximize your
energy! Next month I will continue with the third installment of feeling tired.
If you have any questions or comments please e-mail me at: cgarbrecht@
yahoo.ca or consult my blog at: acupuncturevaldavid.blogspot.com.
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in order to build a residential facility for youth in the
region.
Did you know that:
• Quebec is number one among Canadian provinces,
with 7% of 12- to 17-year-olds having a problem of
abuse of or dependency on drugs and alcohol.
• The overconsumption of drugs and alcohol is a factor
closely associated with dropping out of school. In
the Laurentians, nearly one boy out of two does not
graduate from high school.
• One out of two young suicides has had substance abuse problems.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol is associated with 30% of traffic-related
deaths. One-third of these deaths occur before the victim’s 25th birthday…
In addition to dealing directly with adults and youth with dependencies, various
group and individual support systems are in place for their parents, spouses and
children. These services are available to family members even if the person with
the dependency is not being treated at the Centre.
There are several ways to get help. You can go to your local CLSC and meet with
a counsellor who will undertake a needs evaluation, the necessary first step in the
intake, evaluation and counselling process. You can also phone the Centre directly
toll-free at 1-888-345-1395, in order to initiate the same process. In addition,
counsellors are available in the majority of Laurentian high schools to meet
individually with youth in need and to direct them into the appropriate service.
There are seven centres, in six different municipalities, from Deux Montagnes
to Mont Laurier, including in Ste. Agathe, and each offers a range of services,
although, naturally, not all are available in every location.
For more information, contact your local CLSC or the Centre de Réhabilitation
en Dépendence des Laurentides at 1-888-345-1395. Take the challenge of living a
better life.
Sheila Eskenazi is president of the English Communities Committee of the
CSSS des Sommets, sheila@ballyhoo.ca
Argenteuil Flood Relief
The MNA for Argenteuil, Roland Richer is pleased to announce, on behalf of the
Minister of Public Safety, Stéphane Bergeron, that three municipalities and their
citizens in the Argenteuil districts of Harrington, St. Adolphe d’Howard and St.
Colomban, will receive compensation dollars from the General Funding Program
in relation to real or imminent disasters. These areas were severely affected by
recent spring flooding.
These funds will be used to help cover the costs incurred by the municipalities’
implantation of preventive measures, response and recovery efforts, necessitated by the
flooding in certain areas, as well as damages to principal residences. Those concerned
will shortly receive further information and documents relating to claims. Please check
with your municipality.
The General Assistance Program aims to support municipalities, citizens,
businesses and organizations that have been affected by a disaster. For more
information about this program, or to obtain the necessary claim forms, contact
1 888 643-HELP (2433) or visit the Department of Public Safety at www.
securitepublique.gouv.qc.ca.
Friendly Felines Looking
for Good Homes
Over the winter months, a few feline visitors dropped
by seeking shelter from the cold. They decided to stay
for dinner and, well, never left. Unfortunately, I will be
moving in June and am unable to take them with me.
There are a few juveniles as well as “mom” and her new
kittens. Anyone willing to offer sanctuary and a loving
home to these independent but amicable cats can call
Diane at 450 533-4679. Please open your heart and home.
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