May is Mental Health Awareness Month, highlighting the need to address cultural barriers around mental illness. These barriers, including stigma, impact how different communities view and seek trea…
Hence, whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or any other mental health conditions or simply looking to learn more about the subject, this article explores some of the best mental health podcasts worth listening to.
Suicide rates in teens have been steadily on the rise over the past two decades, and data from the 2021 CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey found that approximately 22% of teens reported suicidal thoughts and 10% of teens reported doing something to try to end their life in the past 12 months.
How Modern America Is Optimized for Loneliness, Misery and Poor Health
Rates of loneliness and unhappiness are on the rise in the United States, but our European counterparts don’t seem to have the same problem. Why? Part of the reason is the way our built environment isolates us.
Six Mental Health accounts you need to follow on Instagram
We love discovering quality mental health content online. Whether it’s an informative infographic or an inspirational drawing, there are tons of mental health social media accounts out there. So which ones are worth following? If you’re looking to supplement your therapy with daily reminders, here are six we love. Lemons by Tay@lemonssbytay Created by mental […]
Silent struggle: Unpacking the alarming suicide rates in the military
A study reveals that suicide rates among active duty service members and veterans are significantly higher than combat fatalities post-9/11. Key drivers include loneliness, relationship issues, trauma, and transition challenges.
Undoing Emotional Numbing May Be Key to Trauma Recovery
Emotional dysregulation in PTSD causes personal, professional, and relationship problems. How can we notice our emotions and make use of them in the face of unresolved trauma?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects millions of people after they’ve experienced traumatic or very stressful situations. It can lead to intrusive thoughts and difficult feelings. If you went through a difficult or traumatic event, then you may appreciate one of these books on PTSD.
How To Recognise Your Childhood Trauma (Heal Yourself Series 6)
Childhood trauma in adults refers to the long-term psychological, emotional, and sometimes physical effects that result from experiencing traumatic events during childhood. These events can include…
Rewrite Your Story: Let Go of Mental Health Stigma and Shame
Sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is make the decision to forgive yourself, let go of stigma and destructive self-narratives, and write your own story.
Stranger Synergy: The Unseen Bonds That Shape Human Happiness
Photo by Paweł L. on Pexels.com In the tapestry of everyday life, we often overlook the threads that weave the most vibrant patterns: our interactions with strangers. These seemingly insignificant …
What is music therapy? Music therapy is defined as the “use of music or elements of music to accomplish goals, like reducing stress or improving quality of life”. It can include singing, …
Mental Health Awareness Campaigns: How to Make an Impact Now
Mental health awareness campaigns spread the word about mental health and wellness resources and work to eliminate stigma attached to mental disorders.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and there’s no better way to start it off than taking the first step in seeking help or assisting those who would like to start counseling. Doing so raises awareness and helps break down negative, long-held beliefs — many of them untrue — about what it means to attend […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: How to Make a Difference
Mental Health Awareness Month in May 2024 represents an opportunity to raise awareness, promote understanding, and challenge stigmas surrounding mental health.