The world is more interconnected than ever, thanks to the internet and social media. We can now witness events unfolding thousands of miles away from us in real time. With…
Category: Depression
General information on a mood disorder called depression.
Mental Health In The Latine Community and It’s Stigma
Many of my Hispanic friends who have mental health issues don't get the help they need because their parents don't believe that their symptoms are real. Mental Health in the…
Bullies Are Only An Illusion Of Power, Don’t Let Them Weaken Your Internal Shield
The word bullying can invoke different responses and feelings in people due to their unique situations in a multitude of ways. Although, have we lost touch with what bullies are?…
The Beauty of Using Music Therapy as a Tool for Your Mental Health
The beauty in music is truly indescribable. Whether it's the beat that speaks to you or words sparking inspiration in you. Possibly the Chorus or instruments give you a sense…
The Effects of Bullying on Mental Health
“Why is this important? Bullying doesn't even happen anymore!” These were the words that came out of my peers' mouths after an anti-bullying event took place in our school. It…
4 Tips to Achieve a Calmer and Clearer Mind
Anxiety can have a major impact on your daily life, so it's important to find ways to manage your stress and maintain a healthy perspective. Here I'm sharing four tips…
Dysthymia: A Different Form of Depression
People tend to use the term “depression” as an all-encompassing descriptor of those who experience perpetual sadness. As a result, major depressive disorder (MDD) and dysthymia are often lumped together…
How Teen Mental Health Is Affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic
This article is about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected teen mental health from the observation point of a high school senior. I have noticed many teens start to socially…
The Importance of Educating Family Members about Mental Health
While the stigma surrounding mental health and mental illness has decreased in recent years, it still exists in our society and influences the way people think about mental health. This…
Why Autism Acceptance Matters
World Autism Day Every year, April 2 is designated as World Autism Day. The diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder has been growing with each year. We may not know a…