Melissa Kimber, PhD, MSW, RSW

Grateful to Hamilton Health Sciences for the opportunity to discuss our team's work. Thank you to the kids, teens, and families that make our studies possible, as well as the incredible front-line practitioners who devote their lives to 'service' and 'helping'. We see, you.

Social work research benefits both children and parents - Hamilton Health Sciences Dr. Melissa Limber's research focusses on children, youth and families in relation to mental health and family violence.

🌟 Healthy Boundaries Build Healthy Relationships! 🌈💚
Discover the transformative strength of boundary self-awareness, communication, and respect in creating enduring connections. 💫

Calling all student athletes! You have lots on the go - heavy training and competition schedules, school work, friendships, and more! Here are five tips to help maintain your well-being and success: (1) prioritize mental health self-awareness; (2) create healthy habits; (3) build connections outside your sport community; (4) practice self-compassion; (5) reach out for extra support. Strengthen your game on and off the field! 💪🏻🌟

All Ontarian’s have a responsibility to assist with keeping children safe; and all children have the right to grow up without the fear of experiencing violence or abuse. You’ve asked questions about ‘mandatory reporting’ of child abuse and neglect, and we are sharing the answer!

Physical Activity has many positive benefits on and wellbeing. This post highlights some work from Massachusetts General Hospital on the biggest benefits of physical activity for and

Break free from the specialization myth! Embrace the wonders of multi-sport activities for a holistic approach to fitness. Evidence suggests that diversifying sports enhances overall fitness, skill development, and agility, while reducing the risk of burnout and injuries associated with early specialization. Explore the joy of trying new sports during off-season, fostering a well-rounded athletic journey! 🌟🏆

Youth Mental Health Canada (https://ymhc.ngo/resources/ymh-stats/) is a great resource for more information on in Canada. They provide research-based information on the challenges experienced by young Canadians and where young people (and the people that care about them) can look for help (see: https://ymhc.ngo/resources/). Here are some important statistics that they have shared.

Child maltreatment (often referred to as child abuse and neglect) is a form of family violence and can take many forms. It is a complex issue that is often uncomfortable for many people to talk about. We all have a role in preventing violence against children & youth. You can do your part in helping to protect children from potential abuse and neglect by educating yourself about what child maltreatment is, its possible impacts, and knowing who to call if you have a concern.

Research tells us that a trusting and warm relationship with a supportive adult can make all the difference for teens and adolescents experiencing adversity, including challenges. Creating opportunities for open and authentic conversations can make all the difference for teens that are struggling. Know the signs of a that might be struggling, then

Women and girls are more likely to leave competitive sport, than boys and men. Women and girls are more likely than their male peers to leave competitive sport earlier in life. Continued participation in physical activity and sport has life-long health and benefits - it boosts cardiovascular strength, reduces chronic disease risk, and enhance mental well-being. Let’s support women and girls to

🤝 Offering Support to Those Experiencing IPV 🤝
If you know someone experiencing Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) or using violence in their relationship, you're not alone. In this post, we discuss how you can be a reliable source of support. Always remember to call 911 if you or someone you know is at imminent risk of harm or perpetrating harm.🚨

Understanding the difference between , , and is helpful for developing and harnessing athlete mental game plans and well-being. Check out today’s post to understand when ‘rituals’ in sport can be helpful and harmful for performance and health. 🏆🧠