Patient Education Resources

Bipolar Disorder

This pamphlet explains what causes bipolar disorder, what the symptoms of mania and depression are, how bipolar disorder is treated, and where you can get help.

Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder

Buprenorphine is a medication used to treat opioid use disorder. It is long-acting, which means it is slowly released in the body over a longer time. This pamphlet explains how to use this medication and what to expect.

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a condition that can happen to anyone who uses cannabis (marijuana), especially people who use it regularly. This pamphlet provides information about treatment, as well as what to do if you need help.

Cardiovascular (Heart) Disease - Changes in Your Mental Health

This pamphlet explains how cardiovascular (heart) disease may affect your mental health. Topics include common physical, social, and emotional changes, and when and how to get help.

Circle of Support and Circle of Care - Sharing Information and Working Together

Your Circle of Support is the loved ones who you have chosen to support you. Your Circle of Care is the members of your health care team who are involved in your care. This pamphlet explains how your personal information is shared with people in your Circle of Care and Circle of Support. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Avoidant or Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (CBT-AR)

ARFID is an eating disorder where a person avoids certain kinds of food or limits what they will eat. CBT-AR (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Avoidant or Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) is an outpatient treatment. This pamphlet explains what CBT-AR is, who it is for, and how it works.

Community Outreach Assessment Support and Treatment (COAST): Dual Diagnosis Program

The Community Outreach Assessment Support and Treatment (COAST) Team at the Nova Scotia Hospital helps people reach their highest level of wellness. They serve people who are 19 years of age or older, have a learning disability that needs some or a lot of care, and have an active mental illness (like anxiety, a mood disorder, psychosis, and others).

Coping with Cancer-Related Sadness and Depression

Most people with cancer feel some sadness. Often feelings of sadness come and go. Sadness that is strong and long lasting can be depression. This pamphlet explains the signs of depression, and how to cope. A list of resources for further information and support is included

Coping with Cancer-Related Worry and Anxiety

Most people dealing with cancer feel some anxiety and worry during their cancer experience. This pamphlet explains what anxiety is, what the signs of anxiety are, and what you can do to cope. A list of resources is included.

Depression

This pamphlet explains what causes depression, how it is treated, and where you can get help.