1b. The multifariousness of mental health disorders and its variety of causes leaves many people susceptible. Therefore, the Canadian healthcare system must greatly focus on the mental health of its citizens.

1c. Ultimately, greater synergy between positive psychology and public health might help promote positive mental health in innovative ways that can improve overall population health.

1a. Although mental health is just as important as physical health, it is often a "second thought" issue.

2b. Social media (and the internet in general) is an amazing platform as it can appeal to various populations.

2c. This will aid to address a large issue of inaccessibility.

2a. Existing communities and relationships can be utilized, taking advantaged of formed bonds and trust. Ex. places of worship.

3c. The HBM also takes stigma into account, which is a relevant deterrence for BIPOC and other marginalized groups.

3b. By increasing mental health literacy, individuals will be better informed of health risks, their detrimental effects, available resources, and the benefits of seeking help.

3a. The HBM suggests that individuals partake in proactive health behaviours (e.g., speaking with a therapist) based on six core health beliefs and perceptions (perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, cues to action, and self-efficacy).

5b. While anyone is susceptible to developing mental health issues, marginalized populations such as BIPOC are more at risk of not having the proper resources to deal with their mental health related issues.

5c. The goal is to formulate tailored public mental health promotion and service provision, with an emphasis on BIPOC populations, many of whom have historically been underserved by the Canadian healthcare system.

5a. Along with age, one’s social standing and environmental conditions can impact their susceptibility to mental illness and can impact their access to treatments and/or ability to develop healthy coping mechanisms.

4b. Often times within Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities, poor mental health is seen as “normal “and mental health issues are left undiagnosed. Many cultures do not believe that mental health is as concerning as physical health. In an attempt to seem strong and self-sufficient, people may not discuss their mental health.

4c. When individuals have a warped view of mental health, negative attitudes about mental illnesses are formed. This further discourages individuals from openly seeking help or disclosing their mental health conditions with their loved ones and communities.

4a. Mental health literacy is described as one’s knowledge about mental health disorders which allows them to prevent, identify, and /or manage mental health disorders. A well-informed individual is aware of professional help that is available, understands self-help interventions, and believes in the effectiveness of supports and resources.