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How Online Peer Support Helps Improve Mental Health Outcomes

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We often avoid conversations about mental health due to fear of judgment. Many of us hesitate to share feelings because we worry about negative perceptions. This silence can increase feelings of loneliness and distress. Thankfully, technology has transformed how we seek help and connect with others, creating exciting new avenues for building supportive networks. Online […]

Breaking Down Gen Z’s Mental Health Crisis: Why Depression Rates Are Higher Than Ever

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Depression, a mental health disorder characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest, has become increasingly common across generations. However, Generation Z (those born between 1997 and 2012) reports significantly higher rates of depression than older generations. According to ​​research conducted by the Walton Family Foundation, 42% of Gen Z battles with depression and feelings […]

Practical Ways to Sleep Earlier and Improve Your Lifestyle

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Do you feel you may have a sleep disorder? You are not alone. Sleep disorders are a common problem worldwide. Many people struggle to fall asleep early despite trying. Professional help is often sought. But sometimes, simple changes in your lifestyle can bring the same or even better results. Based on my personal experience, I […]

Complex Grief: It’s Personal and Complicated

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Last month, I lost my Auntie Lee. She was my godmother, my second mother, and my mom’s best friend of 65 years. Her passing added to my numbness — a feeling that has been intensifying over these past two years after suddenly losing my brother-in-law and a lifelong family friend. In my mind and my […]

How to Stand Up For Yourself: What to Do When Someone Crosses a Personal Boundary

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Establishing personal boundaries can be hard. It requires knowing what you want, what is unacceptable behavior, and the courage to stand up for yourself. After all the effort to set firm boundaries, you probably want to dust your hands off and relax, letting the boundary do its intended work.  Hopefully, everyone will respect your boundaries, […]

Recognizing the Risks of Technology Addiction for Gen Z

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Technology addiction has become a growing concern, affecting children, teens, and young adults worldwide. Have you noticed your child or teen spending more and more time on smartphones, social media platforms, or gaming? If it becomes all-consuming, it may impact their well-being and mental health. Internet Addiction in Young People Gen Z is the first […]

Harnessing the Power of EMDR: A Path to Healing Trauma and Overcoming Addiction

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The transformative impact of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) cannot be overstated, especially for individuals grappling with unresolved trauma or tangled in the snares of addiction. There is also a link between trauma and addiction. If you’ve found yourself haunted by memories that tether you to the past or you are lost in the […]

Understanding and Treating Hypersexuality in Bipolar Disorder

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Bipolar disorder affects over 2.8% of adults throughout the United States. This condition causes frequent shifts in mood, energy, activity level, and one’s ability to complete everyday tasks. Although less frequently spoken about, hypersexuality is a symptom that affects many people living with bipolar disorder. Understanding the link between bipolar disorder and hypersexuality is an […]

What Are the First Steps to Rebuilding Your Life After Domestic Abuse?

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The effects of domestic abuse don’t end the moment the mistreatment stops. Once victims have exited an abusive situation and removed themselves from immediate danger, the ordeal can still feel far from over. Survivors may find themselves asking, What’s next for me? How do I move on? What now? Recovering from domestic abuse is a […]