• What Does PTSD Recovery Look Like?

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    Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur in any individual following the experience of intense distress. Often, PTSD is associated with veterans who have lived through [...]

  • Your Guide for How to Help Someone with Body Dysmorphia

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    No one wants to see a friend suffer. When you have a loved one who is challenged by body dysmorphic disorder, you may feel helpless watching [...]

  • Is Mental Illness Hereditary?

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    Can Mental Illness Be Passed Down? Mental illness can sometimes run in families. Those who have a family member with mental illness may be slightly [...]

  • Knowing When to Seek PTSD Treatment

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    Like other mental health disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) looks different from person to person. Many may experience the same traumatic situation, but many might [...]

  • What Is a Dehydration Headache?

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    Dehydration headaches are one of the most common types of headaches because they can affect anyone, but they’re not described often in the medical literature. [...]

  • Show Yourself Some Love with Self-Care

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    Showing Yourself Some Appreciation With Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the air! What better time than now to show yourself a little [...]

  • Positive Affirmations for Self Love

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    Building a Healthier Self-Image with Positive Affirmations As the saying goes, we are our own worst critics—but with a shift in perspective, we can learn [...]

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    5 Myths About Mental Illness

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    Misinformation on Mental Health Although the conversation surrounding mental health and wellness is becoming more mainstream, there is still a spread of stigma and misinformation. [...]

  • Managing Stress During the Holiday Season

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    Managing Stress During the Holiday Season Everyone feels overwhelmed now and then, but know that you aren’t alone. Many people experience elevated levels of stress [...]

  • Selena Gomez Launches Mental Health Fund

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    Actress, singer, and producer Selena Gomez recently announced the launch of Rare Impact Fund, which will be funded through her beauty company’s sales. The fund’s goal is [...]

  • Understanding How Addiction and Codependency Are Linked

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    For a family member, friend or peer struggling with an addiction it's absolutely crucial that you, as part of their community, are present to them [...]

  • Recognizing Warning Signs of Suicidal Behavior

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    Recognizing Suicidal Behavior According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, claiming about 48,000 [...]

  • The Connection Between Mental Health and Addiction

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    Do you ever feel like life is just piling one problem on top of the other? Sometimes the issues we're facing in our lives are [...]

  • Summertime Tips to Maintain Your Mental Health

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    Taking Care of Your Mental Health this Summer For many of us, summertime means warmer weather, longer days, and relaxation—but for those living with mental [...]

  • Why Now Is the Time for Telehealth

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    Expanding Access to Mental Health Services Studies suggest that online therapy can work just as well as traditional face-to-face therapy. This is good news for many [...]

  • 8 Ways to Stay Mentally Healthy

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    Tips for Maintaining Your Mental Health Maintaining your mental health can seem like a mountain of a task. These simple everyday tips can help you [...]