The Courage of Finding Your Voice after Trauma
The Importance of Mental Health Support in Schools
Schools should prioritize mental health support for students to promote a healthy learning environment and overall well-being. Mental health issues among students have been on the rise in recent ye…
Were You Emotionally Abused as a Child?
Many people are surprised when they learn they were emotionally abused as children. Maybe they kind of knew it but didn’t want to believe it or maybe they truly had no idea that what was don...
All the small things
How brief encounters can change lives
Mental Health Myths – Busted!
Individuals with mental health problems cannot simply “snap out of it” with effort. Mental illness results from various factors including genetics, life experiences, and systemic inequa…
AI chatbots can help with your mental health. Just don't think of them as therapy
Because they don’t explicitly claim to diagnose or treat medical conditions, the apps aren’t regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.
We don't take emotional abuse seriously enough
On emotional abuse & the ways people downplay it
Books That Talk About Eating Disorder
Here are some books that talk about eating disorder.
Thousands Of Young People Told Us Why The Kids Online Safety Act Will Be Harmful To Minors
With KOSA passed, the information i can access as a minor will be limited and censored, under the guise of “protecting me”, which is the responsibility of my parents, NOT the government…
Why Third Places Are Essential to Creating Community in Modern Society
In life, we spend a lot of our time either at home or at work—or school if we're a student. But what about all the other places we hang out when we're not at these two places? Third places are the answer.
Invisible Scars: World’s Largest Childhood Trauma Study Uncovers Brain Rewiring
The world’s largest brain study of childhood trauma has revealed how it affects development and rewires vital pathways. The University of Essex study – led by the Department of Psychology’s Dr Megan Klabunde – uncovered a disruption in neural networks involved in self-focus and problem-solving. T
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This Is How To Deal With Negative Thoughts: 6 Secrets From Research
Self Care Really IS for Everyone
Daily writing promptWhat strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings?View all responses I have a literal plethora of tools at my disposal with which to combat any negative emotions… …
2 friends in Alaska discuss losing so many people to suicide
Qaiyaan Harcharek and Don Rearden grew up in small towns, and both have experienced much tragedy. (If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.)
Victims of Catholic nuns rely on each other after being overlooked in clergy sex abuse crisis
"This can happen to you" - Concerned moms mainstreamed trafficking myths that began with Q
The Impact of Collective Trauma and How Behavioral Health Organizations Can Help
Collective trauma occurs when a group of people lives through an event that shatters their sense of safety. Here's how your organization can help.
No, An Anti-Racist Program in Schools Didn’t Stress Out Kids
A new study finds an anti-racist intervention did not cause stress or feelings of alienation among high school students.
A Third of LGBTQ+ Youth Believe They Have a Low Life Expectancy. Here’s Why
Why Daylight Saving Time Messes With Your Brain
To "spring forward" is more damaging to our health than to "fall back," according to some surprising science.
15 Best Mental Health Books For Children (Psychologist Approved)
In this blog, I have listed 15 best books for children to improve their mental health and raise awareness. The enlisted books can also be used by parents, caregivers, or teachers.
Improving Mental Health With Hobbies
There are many different factors that can impact mental health and there are various treatment methods for mental health issues including psychotherapy, pharmacology, hospitalization, peer support,…
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Youth mental health in decline: Generations differ on causes of apparent crisis, survey finds
There is widespread agreement across generations in the UK—from Gen Z to Baby Boomers—that young people's mental health is worse than it was in the past, but they often differ on what this really means and what might be driving it, according to a new survey.
7 Books for Healing Trauma and Recovering from a Painful Past
Just ten years ago, trauma was not part of the mainstream conversation. When we heard the word “trauma”, most people imagined a serious car accident, or something “catastrophic”. Fast forward to the present day, and our understanding of trauma is much more nuanced. And fortunately for our generation, there are endless resources on how to […]
10 Best Stress Management Books Of 2024 Recommended By Counselors
To help you choose the best and top stress management books, I have compiled a list of 10 best stress management books that are recommended by mental health professionals.
Staying Informed and Nurturing Mental Health: A Guide for the 2024 Election Season
With the 2024 election season around the corner, it’s more important than ever for Black...
Unveiling the Silence: Exploring Why Men Often Shy Away from Discussing Trauma
Introduction: Trauma is a universal experience that knows no gender boundaries. It affects individuals from all walks of life, yet a prevailing stereotype suggests that men are less likely to open …
Books & Mental Health
Have you ever felt like people around you do not understand you or your struggles? I know I have. I am a major bookworm and I have found that there are many books with characters who struggle with …