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What You Need to Know About Grief
Grief is a sentiment that can take many years to subside. Grief can be triggered by the upcoming holidays, anniversaries, birthdays and other significant dates.…
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What You May Not Know About Autism
Once upon a time.. Autism was defined by two types: Asperger’s and low functioning. As time progressed researchers have discovered that Autism is a spectrum.…
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When Social Use Becomes an Addiction
Substance abuse has been known to be in the mix of mental health disorders. Meaning that individuals who exhibit new behaviors may use substance abuse…
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Eating Disorders 101
Anorexia and Bulimia Affects millions of individuals around the world. The World Health Organization reported that, “In 2019, 14 million people experienced eating disorders including…
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A Deep Dive on Depression
Depression is a mental health disorder that has the capability of taking control of lives in every aspect. We often associate depression with sadness but,…
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Caffeine, Anxiety, and Addiction
According to the Food Insight organization “Nine in ten (93%) Americans report consuming caffeine (Food Insight, 2022) ”. Can you really blame us? We are…
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Compassion Burnout
Ever feel like you are tired of caring? You spent so much time providing time, effort, kindness and support to others that you feel like…
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You’ll Need These Coping Skills if Your Child Has ADHD
What is ADHD? The American Psychological Association defines ADHD as; “a behavioral condition that makes focusing on everyday requests and routines challenging”(APA, 2023). Children diagnosed…
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Conduct Disorder
You hear about all these different types of mental health diagnoses and some providers assume you are an expert. It can be nerve wrecking especially…
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FAQ: Bipolar I vs. Bipolar II
Bipolar Disorder Everyday more individuals are diagnosed with Bipolar disorder. There are four types of bipolar disorder: Bipolar 1 Bipolar 2 Cyclothymia Other specified/unspecified related…
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Addressing Aggressive Behavior in Children
We all have difficult moments, some more than others. As adults we have learned numerous coping mechanisms to treat our negative behaviors. Children, on the…
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Overcome the Rut in Your Relationship
We reach a moment in our lives where we find love and it’s all good. We feel warmth, happiness, comfort and love. However, sometimes we…
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Improve Your Mental Health with H2O
Water is a liquid that we drink to survive but, have you ever wondered how it affects our mental well being? You’re always told to…
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Black Lives + Mental Health
African Americans have endured systemic racism, oppression, scientific bias, and historical trauma. Throughout centuries, this minority group has endured terrible and unjust treatment. Which is…
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Anxiety 101
Anxiety is a disorder that can suddenly take over your mind and body without a warning. One moment we are calm and collected then out…
