Dr. Kim Hellemans is a professor at Carleton University in Ottawa and the co-host of the award-winning podcast Minding the Brain. She discusses the impact of social isolation on mental health and stress during the COVID-19 outbreak. We also speak to occupational therapist Kaitlin O'Toole about her recent study on mobile health apps as a vital tool for military members and first responders seeking mental health support. This is the April 27, 2020 episode.

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