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When Depression Sinks In: The Daily Battle
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There are times when depression hits so hard that functioning feels impossible. There’s always something to take care of—a cluttered room, dishes piling up, or dust collecting—but when depression takes hold, even getting out of bed can feel like a monumental task. For those looking in from the outside, it…
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Understanding the Scope: Men vs. Women Reporting Abuse
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the impact of domestic violence on both women and men. While the conversation often centers around women as survivors, it’s important to recognize that men also experience abuse, and their experiences can sometimes be overshadowed. Understanding the Scope:…
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Teen Pregnancy and Mental Health
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Navigating the Rollercoaster Ride with Courage Teen pregnancy can feel like a whirlwind—a mix of surprise, anxiety, and sometimes even excitement. The journey isn’t easy, especially when we consider the mental health aspect. It’s a time filled with change, not just for the body but for the heart and mind…
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Mental Health in Children and Adolescents: Early Signs and Interventions
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Mental Health in Children and Adolescents: Early Signs and Interventions Mental health is just as important in children and adolescents as it is in adults. However, recognizing the early signs of mental health issues in younger individuals can be challenging, as symptoms often manifest differently than in adults. Early intervention…
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Wait, there are three types of Bipolar?
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Debunking the Myth of Bipolar: Wait, There Are Three Types? When people hear the word “bipolar,” they often think of dramatic mood swings, as if one moment you’re happily dancing in the rain and the next you’re shaking your fist at the sky in rage. But bipolar disorder is much…
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Addiction and Mental Health
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The Link Between Addiction and Mental Health Addiction is not just about substance misuse; it can also involve behavioral patterns like gambling, gaming, or shopping. When someone struggles with this condition, they often face co-occurring mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD. According to the Substance Abuse and…
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How can you understand Suicide?
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When someone you care about attempts to take their own life, it can stir up a variety of major intense feelings for them. In times of turmoil, your dear one may have felt or believed they were a weight on you and those who care for them. Witnessing a loved one…
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Thoughts
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I don’t know about you but I am a person who spends quite a bit of time to myself and often in silence with my thoughts. When we lose someone dear to us it’s easy to get in our heads a lot. Though there are days of sorrow we don’t…
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Connecting Mental Health with Creativity
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There is a link between expressing creativity and mental health. Going back to the 1800s, Vincent Van Gogh, a painter, took his life in 1890, and Sylvia Plath, a writer, took hers in 1963. They were just two of many on a long list. Other famous names include Kurt Cobain,…