Problems and misfortunes are a part of life. Understanding depression
Experiences of failure commonly result in tem- porary feelings of worthlessness and self- blame, while personal losses cause feelings of sadness, disappoint- ment and emptiness.
Such feelings are nor- mal, and they usually pass after a short time. This is not the case with depressive ill- ness. Signs of depressive illness Depression becomes an illness, or clini- cal depression, when the feelings de- scribed above are severe, last for several weeks, and begin to interfere with one’s work and social life. Depressive illness can change the way a person thinks and behaves, and how his/her body func- tions. Some of the signs to look for are: feeling worthless, helpless or hopeless, sleeping more or less than usual, eating more or less than usual, having difficulty concen- trating or making decisions, loss of inter- est in taking part in activities, feeling unreasonably guilty, loss of energy, feel- ing very tired, and thoughts of death or suicide. What causes depression? There is no one cause of depression, nei- ther is it fully understood. The following factors may make some people more prone than others to react to a loss or fail- ure with a clinical depression: specific, distressing life events, a biochemical im- balance in the brain and psychological factors, like a negative or pessimistic view of life. There may also be a genetic link since people with a family history of de- pression are more likely to experience it. How is depression treated? Depression is themost treatable of men- tal illnesses. Most people who suffer from depression are helped by the treatment they get, which usually includes medica- tion and/or psychological counselling. Support from family, friends and self- help groups can also make a big differ- ence. Many people who are seriously de- pressed wait too long to seek treatment or they may not seek treatment at all. They may not realize that they have a treatable illness, or they may be con- cerned about getting help because of the negative attitudes held by society to- wards this type of illness. What can friends and family do? Some people who are depressed keep to themselves, while others may not want to be alone. They may react strongly to the things you say or do. Let themknow that it is okay to talk about their feelings and thoughts. Listen and offer support rather than trying to contradict them or talk them out of it. Let them know you care. Ask them how you can help, and offer to contact their family doctor or a mental health professional. Find out about local self-help groups and attend a meeting with them. Be patient and non-judgmen- tal and get other people to provide help and support too. If you or someone you know needs more help than friends or family can provide, contact a community organization, such as the CanadianMen- tal Health Association, which can help you find additional support. Joanne Ledoux- Moshonas Canadian Mental Health Association
Photo by Greg Kielec Cast members from Cow Patti Theatre’s production of Boeing-Boeing react to an on-stage drawing after the opening show Thursday at the Ramada Inn. From left are Susan Greenfield, Katie Lawson, AnnaMarie Lea, Jamie Williams, Garfield Andrews and Kate Gor- don. The play runs until Feb. 19 at the Ramada Inn. Boeing-Boeing has successful launch
complexity of Bernard’s relationships be- come truly known. Robert -- played by Jamie Williams -- is aghast to learn his old friend is juggling relationships with three airline stewardesses, from three different countries, all of whom believe they are en- gaged to be married to Bernard. While repelled at first by the thought of Bernard’s amorous ways, Robert soon finds himself drawn into the saga when flight schedules begin to go awry and financees begin showing up when Bernard least ex- pects it. Andrews, a few line stumbles aside, plays a great straight man as the play winds on to the antics of those around him. The fi- nancees – from the United States, Germany and Italy respectively -- commanded the at- tention of the audience with sharp and well-timed lines in accents befitting their home countries. One of the most memorable moments of the play arose from a lengthy exchange be- tween Kate Gordon, who elicited laughs ga- lore with her German expressions as she
reacted prodding and questioning from a game Williams. Lawson’s portrayal of an American south- ern belle with a penchant for rather uncouth combinations of food, was also delightfully over the top and was the Italian flavor brought to the stage by Susan Greenfield. The show is directed by Richard Bauer, who directed Don’t Dress for Dinner for Cow Patti four years ago, and is often seen on stage in Morrisburg, at Upper Canada Playhouse. Since Don’t Dress For Dinner, Baur has worked on his behind-the-scenes talent, di- recting shows throughout Ontario. The show Thursday was a benefit for the SD&G Highland Dancing Association. The show this Thursday (Feb. 9) will be a benefit for Water for Life. A brunch show on Sun- day (Feb. 12) will be for the Ontario Senior Games District 8. The Knights of Columbus will benefit from the show on Thursday (Feb. 16) and the Glengarry Memorial Hospital Founda- tion will benefit from the Feb. 19 show. lage which recently opened a state-of-the- art Discovery Centre at its entrance, said Dalgleish. Event rates at Fort Henry will decrease as the parks expand programming with the addition of a second Sunset Ceremony on Saturday nights in July and August.
By Greg Kielec
Boeing-Boeing has been cleared for take-off. The Cow Patti Theatre’s production of the Marc Camoletti play took its initial flight in front of an appreciative crowd at the Ra- mada Inn in Cornwall Thursday evening. A full house took in the theatre company’s final production in Cornwall which will run until Feb. 19 at the Ramada Inn in Cornwall and were rewarded with some cleverly crafted comedy with a few helpings of sus- pense. The play begins rather unassumingly with Bernard, a Parisian bachelor played by Garfield Andrews, his American financee Gloria, played with a certain “joie de vivre” by Katie Lawson. But as the interactions be- tween the lovestruck couple and Bernard’s beleaguered maid Bertha, Cow Patti The- atre’s head cow AnnaMarie Lea, it becomes obvious trouble is brewing in paradise. But it is only when Robert, an old friend of Bernard, unexpectedly drops in that the Visitors to the Long Sault Parkway will be able to cruise the picturesque route at no charge this year, according to the St. Lawrence Parks Commission. The parkway meanders west to Ingleside via causeways linking 11 St. Lawrence River islands, beginning at its eastern gate in Long Sault, about 15 km west of Corn- wall. Visitors arriving by automobile have had to pay a fee at either gate in the past, even if they did not plan to attend either of the beaches or three campsites along the park- way. Visitors will still be charge to visit day-use areas and campsites. The elimination of the charge is part of a move by the St. Lawrence Parks Commis- sion to make its attractions less costly to consumers while at the same time improv- ing the agency’s bottom line. That goal was recently presented to the commission’s board of directors by a senior leadership team led by Darren Dalgleish, the parks commission’s general manager and CEO. “Our job as the largest tourism organiza- tion in eastern Ontario is to innovatively By Greg Kielec
SLPC drops gate fee for Long Sault Parkway
lead and more importantly attract visitors to our world-class sites with programs and prices that deliver outstanding, quality and valuable experiences,” said Dalgleish. Ron Eamer, acting board chair, said he and other board members “are excited and en-
couraged” by the new direc- tion set by Dalgleish and his team. “We have a clear and ag- gressive focus that aims to serve the community in a thoughtful and entrepre- neurial manner.” The parks commission will also be cut the price of admis- sion at Upper Canada Vil- lage, a recreation of an 1860s village along the St. Lawrence River near Morris- burg. “We’re dropping the gate
In addition to the decreased admission prices at the at- tractions, visitors will re- ceive with each purchase of a gate admission at Fort Henry, Upper Canada Vil- lage or SLPC day-use facil- ity, a free ticket to visit the other heritage sites or one of the day-use parks or beach areas. The new reciprocal pro- gram will also be extended to Upper Canada Golf
“We have a clear and aggressive focus that aims to serve the
community in a thoughtful and entrepreneurial manner.” Ron Eamer Acting chair of parks commission board
admission at Upper Canada Village by six dollars per person beginning in May of 2012,” said Dalgleish. “Taking admissions from $21 to $15 will afford guests the ability to enjoy other serv- ices and experiences in the Village.” Programming will also increase at the vil-
Course. With the purchase of a 2012 golf membership; a season’s pass to Upper Canada Village, Fort Henry, and the SLPC’s day-use areas will be provided at no addi- tional cost. The same benefit also applies to 2012 Passport to the Past holders and Crysler Park Marina’s seasonal boaters.
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