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Should You Be Worried About Your Isolating Teen?

The COVID-19 pandemic caused many people to start self-isolating as a necessity. But the concept of isolation is nothing new. We often hear people describe themselves as an ‘introvert’ or a ‘homebody’. In fact, roughly 25-40% of the global population consider themselves to have an introverted personality. Introverted tendencies are often seen in teenagers. If […]

by Sam Dekin

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Mental Health and Relationships: Overcome Your Anxiety

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the topics of romance and relationships are nearly unavoidable. Couples are holding hands in the streets, heart-shaped candy is everywhere you look, and sappy romantic comedies are on repeat. If you’re a romantic at heart, maybe you enjoy the season of love. But for people who are single, […]

by Sam Dekin

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Suicide Prevention Month 2019

It is National Suicide Prevention Month 2019, and it is important that we have a conversation about a glaringly rising issue that is affecting people across age groups, demographics, and location.  Suicide is a public health crisis that involves psychological, biological, and societal factors. Since 2008, it has been the 10th leading cause of death […]

by Sam Dekin

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College Mental Health Epidemic

While the college years are often hailed as the best years of one’s life, increasing numbers of college students are struggling with their mental health. During their years at college, students face a number of challenges, including heavy course loads, increasing demands to be involved in extracurriculars, a need to hold one or more jobs […]

by Sam Dekin

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

There are few forms of violence more widespread and devastating than sexual assault. It can take many forms and affect nearly anyone—regardless of age, socioeconomic status, gender, relationship status, or sexual orientation—and the damage and pain caused by sexual violence can haunt survivors for years. The Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) estimates that […]

by Sam Dekin

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Children's Mental Health Week

Children’s Mental Health Week

Adolescence can be one of the most difficult periods in life. Your body, your mind, and your heart are all changing at such a rapid pace that you often don’t know how to cope with the new you. It’s confusing enough to endure your teen years under even those most ideal circumstances… Now consider how […]

by Sam Dekin

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Transgender Awareness Month

November Is Transgender Awareness Month

When most people think of November, they conjure up images of Thanksgiving. Family members and other loved ones gathered around a table sharing their stories, their sustenance, and their lives. But where does the transgender community fit into this idyllic vision of warmth and acceptance? All too often, transgender individuals are ostracized from their families […]

by Sam Dekin

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Mental Illness Awareness Week

Mental Illness Awareness Week

Mental Illness Awareness Week was established in 1990 by the U.S. Congress in recognition of efforts by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to educate and increase awareness about mental illness. It takes place every year during the first full week of October and fights stigmas and provides support. This year, Mental Illness Awareness […]

by Sam Dekin

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10 Early Warning Signs Your Teen is Struggling with Mental Illness

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 20 percent of teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 live with a mental health condition, and 50% of all lifetime cases of mental illness begin by age 14. While every type of mental illness has its unique set of warning signs, there are common themes […]

by Sam Dekin

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Why Lesbian and Bisexual Women are Reluctant to Get Help for Mental Health

The LGBTQ community has long faced stigma, prejudice, and other negativities directed at them from society. Unfortunately, healthcare is no different when it comes to unwanted bias. Although there have been great strides in public acceptance and more minds (and hearts) are opening, lesbians and bisexual women are still affected by these prejudices. With high […]

by Sam Dekin

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