Alcohol & Mental Illness
This information pack delves into the complex issue of alcohol policy and mental illness, offering background information and a collection of regulatory frameworks on the subject.
A significant number of mentally ill persons in Toronto also faced issues related to alcohol dependence and abuse, and suffer from concurrent disorders (i.e., have both a mental illness and a substance use problem).
This can lead to individuals becoming homeless. We strongly encourage those doing research to also check out the Information Pack on Homelessness.
This information pack has been expanded and updated to provide even more links to relevant statistics, research papers, and background information, as well as prevention programs targeted to these five problem areas.
Background Information
General and Historical Information
Laws/Policies
Bills, Codes, Court Cases & Sample Policies
Statistics
Canada; USA; International
Publications
Information Portals
Link to other topic-related websites
CAMH's KnowledgeX Information Portal - an electronic resource aimed directly at professionals working in the mental health and addictions field. The portal is designed as a dynamic information resource for professionals, whether they’re specialists or primary care service providers, whether they work in health promotion or education. Most importantly, KnowledgeX is built to encourage the participation of professionals in sharing information, expertise and experience – in other words, communities of practice.
Link to a list of online searchable databases
Further Readings and Resources