Module 6: Movement, Smoking, Alcohol & Other Substances
In taking a wholistic approach, it is important to look at many lifestyle factors that impact our overall health and wellness. This module reviews the latest guidelines; the 24-hour movement guidelines; Canada's lower-risk Cannabis use guidelines; Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health; and other substances such as prescription drugs and non-regulated substances. Finally, changing any behaviour is not easy, so you'll explore some practical tips on creating a supportive environment.
Please click on the tabs below for all the topics in this module including homework recommendations and further resources.
- Introduction
- Movement Guidelines
- Smoking
- Cannabis
- Other Substances
- Alcohol
- Supportive Environments
- Mindfulness – Self Compassion
- Homework
- Movement
- Resources
Click here to access the movement component of Well4U.
Download Printable Version of Resources for Module 6 (PDF, 234 KB)
Apps
Resources/Tools
- 23 ½ hours: What is the single best thing we can do for our health?
- CAMH Nicotine Dependence Clinic self help resources
- Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health
- Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health: Final Report
- Canada's Lower Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines
- CSEP 24 Hour Movement Guidelines
- ParticipACTION Exercise videos
- ParticipACTION Glossary
- Project Safe Audience
- Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine (RAAM)
- Resistance band exercises
- Smoker's Helpline
- Street Connections
- Take Home Naloxone Program
- Winnipeg Trails & Maps
- WRHA Health Management Program Guide
Websites
