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How To Deal With Disbelief and Cynicism During the Coronavirus Pandemic

While we may experience anger, we should aim to find common ground in order to keep our communities safe. Here's how we can work together.
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Staying Mentally Tough During COVID-19

How can we adapt and overcome the challenging circumstances? By prioritizing our mental health. Here's how, according to a therapist.
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The Complicated Relationship Between Black Americans and the Mental Health Care System

Certain populations face more barriers to mental health care than others — particularly the Black community. Here's why.
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The Mental Health Costs of Code-Switching

Code-Switching is changing the way one speaks, dresses, or engages to match another culture. Here's how it can deteriorate mental health overtime.
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How Workplace Discrimination Impacts LGBTQ People

While workplace discrimination can impact anyone, LGBTQ+ and other minority groups are particularly at risk. Here's what to look out for...
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Understanding the Minority Stress Model

The minority stress model explains why stigmatized minority groups face chronic stress. Learn about this model, and how it can make you more empathetic.
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The History of the LGBTQ Community and Mental Health Treatment

The relationship between the LGBTQ community and mental health care hasn't always been easy. Explore this history and where it's headed in the future.
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How Mental Health Activists Are Fighting Racism

Racism in the mental health care system that has prevented people of color from receiving proper treatment. Now activists are fighting to make changes.

Mental Health Advocate Interviews

Spotlight

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Staying Safe When Social Distancing With an Abuser

by Reina Gattuso
As a result of stress and isolation, survivors’ risk of abuse is exacerbated. Here are resources to keep you and your loved ones safe during quarantine.
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Preventing Household Conflict When You're Stuck at Home Together

by Reina Gattuso
Being quarantined together can strain even the healthiest of family or roommate dynamics, often leading to conflict. Here's how to resolve it.
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The COVID-19 Pandemic and The Dire Need for a Mental Health Safety Net

by Reina Gattuso
COVID-19 has highlighted and intensified the existing inequalities in Americans’ abilities to access basics like housing and healthcare. Read more.
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5 Tips for Maintaining Community During the Coronavirus Crisis

by Reina Gattuso
Social distancing doesn't have to be lonely, use these five tips to keep your community close while staying healthy during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Common Conditions

Anxiety
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Using Medication to Treat Your Coronavirus-Related Anxiety

Why Do Some of us Perform Better Under Pressure?

Anxiety Symptoms

Depression
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Postpartum Depression: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

11 Quotes About Depression That Will Make You Feel Less Alone

What Are The Most Common Depression Symptoms?

OCD
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Symptoms and Causes of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

5 Ways to Deal with Excoriation Disorder

What is OCD?

Personality Disorders
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A Comprehensive Guide to Borderline Personality Disorder

Is There a Difference Between Narcissism and Confidence?

A Guide to Histrionic Personality Disorder

Therapy Resources

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Everything You Need to Know About Couples Therapy

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How Often Should You Talk to Your Therapist to Feel the Benefits?

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Is Therapy Different From Advice?

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6 Misconceptions About Starting Therapy

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The Science Behind How Long Therapy Takes

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How to Accelerate Your Progress in Therapy

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Why You Should Stick with Therapy, Even When It's Tough

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What to Expect From Your First Online Therapy Experience

Relationships and Dating Advice

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Will COVID-19 Change The Future Of Dating?

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Tips For Dealing With Breakups and Divorce During Quarantine

The State of Our Relationships

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How To Be a Good Partner During Quarantine

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The Unexpected Benefits of Remote Dating During Social Distancing

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Does an Age Difference Impact Relationships?

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The Psychological Explanation of Mommy or Daddy Issues

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Having Hard Conversations With Those Who Aren't Living Up to Their Potential

Our Mental Health Experts & Therapists

Ashley Laderer

Why We Find Emotionally Unavailable People Attractive

Reina Gattuso

Dealing With Complicated Feelings Around Abusers

Jessica Weinberger

Jessica Weinberger

3 Ways to Stop an Overreaction When You're in the Middle of One

Jor-El Caraballo

What is Healthy, Respectful Masculinity?