Hope and your mental health: Tips for young people

Mental health promotion

Published: June 11, 2025

This resource explores the definition of hope, the impact hope has on mental health and suggests strategies young people can use to cultivate a sense of hope. It was developed primarily for post-secondary students. 

Good 2 Talk/Allo J’ J’écoute is a post-secondary helpline funded through Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities. It is a partnership among Kids Help Phone, ConnexOntario, Ontario 211 and the Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions. 

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