Why “New Year, New You” is Damaging to Mental Health
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There’s nothing wrong with aspiring to be your best self. We all have dreams,whether that means getting healthy,…
What Are the Big 5 Personality Traits?
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Overview: Personality traits are defined as habitual patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, with one clinical measure dividing…
The Surprising Link Between Migraines and Mental Health
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If you’re afflicted with migraines, you know firsthand the misery they bring: the disconcerting auras, the pounding pain,…
Is It OK to Want to Feel Scared?
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I’ve never been one for Halloween. I don’t understand why we have an entire holiday dedicated to celebrating…
The Cycle of Gun Violence: Is Social Contagion or Mental Illness to Blame?
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Americans are calling for gun reform after the terrifying increase in mass shootings. Some also urge increasing national…
Is There a ‘Right Way’ to Talk About Suicide?
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Content Warning: This article discusses suicide but we believe difficult conversations around how best to discuss mental health…
Is ‘Climate Despair’ Making People Depressed?
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Over time it has become increasingly clear that climate change is taking a toll on our planet —…
The State of Mental Health
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Talking about mental health isn’t easy — but that’s starting to change. More employers are investing in mental…
How We View Mental Health Differently Than Our Mothers
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When I began to develop panic disorder in my late teens, it took me a few years to…
This Mental Health Awareness Month, Share Your Story
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Mental health is highly individualized — your depression may not look exactly like your neighbor’s or coworker’s. You…