Mental Health in Publishing

— Last checked December 2024 by Joby Yuen, Langara College Library & Information Technology practicum student.

The Basics

“About Mental Health.” Government of Canada, Jun. 22, 2020. Describes mental health in general terms and gives advice on how to take care of your general mental health. Read Article
“Common with Mental Illness.” National Alliance on Mental Illness. Some important components of mental illness to consider when looking at one’s mental health. Read Article
“Fast Facts about Mental Health and Mental Illness.” Canadian Mental Health Association, Jul. 19, 2021. Read Article
“Schizophrenia.” National Institute of Mental Health, Dec. 2024. Read Article
“What is Depression?” American Psychiatric Association. Read Article

“How to Promote Mental Health in the Workplace.” BC Business, Aug. 24, 2018. Previously published by BC Living. Highlights that mental health issues cause significant absenteeism among Canadian employees. Read Article
“Mental Health – How to Address and Support.” Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, May 25, 2022. A fact sheet on how employers can support employees in the workplace. Includes a section on other resources for help. Read Article
“Mental Health Concerns Impact the Workplace.” Manulife, Jan. 3, 2024. Read Article
Omotayo, Abisola. “Accommodating Mental Health – Breaking Down the Stigma.” BC Human Rights Clinic, Oct. 29, 2018. Emphasizes the legal obligation of British Columbia service providers and employers to accommodate individuals with mental health issues. Read Article
“Workplace Mental Health.” Government of British Columbia, Dec. 3, 2024. Strategies and resources for managing mental health in the workplace. Read Article

Hartman, Liz. “Reading to Save Lives: Publishing and Mental Health.” Publisher’s Weekly, Aug. 3, 2018. Read Article
“Mental Wellness Resources for Canadian Writers and Their Families.” Writers’ Trust of Canada. Visit Site
Reese, April, “How Editors Can Support Writers with Mental Health Conditions.” The Open Notebook, Feb. 2. 2021. Offers guidance for editors to create a supportive environment for writers facing mental health challenges. Read Article
Sullivan, Katie. “Shattering the Misery Myth: How to Nurture Your Mental Health as a Writer.” TCK Publishing. Discusses the misconception that writers must suffer for their art and offers strategies to maintain mental well-being. Read Article
Wood, Heloise. “Authors Urge Publishers to ‘Give Space’ to Mental Health.” The Bookseller, Nov. 25, 2019. Read Article
“Writing Can Improve Mental Health – Here’s How.” The Conversation, Jun. 17, 2021. Writing about personal experiences and emotions can help individuals process difficult events. Read Article