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 Read More
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 isolate from each Read More
How to Help Black Youth Cope with Anxiety
Anxiety disorder is a stressful disorder that affects many young people today. It is especially having an impact amongst black youths. About 9% of young Black teens have experienced an episode of Read More
How the Effects of Child Abuse Can Impact Us as Adults
Each year, millions of young people are being abused by an adult family member or family friend. Abuse—whether it is physical, verbal or sexual—leaves plenty of scars on a young person’s life. In Read More
5 Ways of Fighting Mental Health Stigma
I recently listened to a webinar about mental health stigma which covered all of the common signs associated with mental health stigma. Mental health stigma involves stereotyping or viewing someone in Read More
Diaphragmatic Breathing: Reduce Stress with the Power of Breath
Breathing is essential to living. It comes so instinctively to us that it leaves little room to question its proficiency. But what if I told you there was a more efficient way to breathe and Read More
005 Episode: Mental Talk: The Myth of Deinstitutionalization (Social Justice Series – Part 1 of 4) [Podcast]
In this episode, we will be discussing the commonly believed notion that the deinstitutionalization of mental health facilities led to the rise of mental illnesses within the homeless population and Read More
Express Appreciation for Caregivers During National Family Caregivers Month
In November, we acknowledge all the caregivers of the world during National Family Caregivers Month. Caregiving is one of the hardest jobs in the world. I have a mother who is working hard as one in Read More
Let’s Talk About Mental Health and Remove Fear and Stigma Everywhere
I was talking to a friend today about why I share on my social media pages and talk about the good and the bad—usually when I'm dealing with a lot of anxiety, depression, or a bit overwhelmed with Read More
Why Traveling is Beneficial for Your Mind, Body and Soul
There’s nothing like planning a vacation to visit somewhere special. Whether you want to visit the beaches in Florida or go sightseeing in New York, traveling helps put a person's mind at ease. You Read More
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