Category Archives: Mental Health

What Stops Men From Seeking Help for Their Mental Health?

Many men in our society feel like if they are struggling with a mental illness, it makes them less masculine and some myths are stopping men from seeking the help they need. By recognizing that the myths behind treatment for mental health are not true, you will be more motivated and equipped to take control […]

How Negative Body Image Can Lead to Addiction

Addiction affects people in different ways, just as it has various causes depending on the person. Some people turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with symptoms of a mental health disorder, some use them to escape an unstable home life, and some use them to cope with the stresses at work or school. However, […]

How Can We Take Care of a Child’s Mental Health During the Pandemic?

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Over the past year, the pandemic has led to higher rates of clinical depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts as children are socially isolated and worried about an uncertain future. Some have already dealt with mental health challenges and others have developed them as a result of the pandemic. The Texas Tribune has put together a […]

Learning to Let Go in Recovery

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When you begin recovering from addiction, you must learn how to let go of your past life, past mistakes, and past ways of thinking. You must also let go of the way you think things should be in order to move forward. While letting go doesn’t mean you will be losing who you are as […]

How to Stop Overthinking in Recovery

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While you are in recovery, you most likely have a lot on your mind. It is natural to have anxiety about your past and future, especially when your sobriety is at risk. However, having these rapid thoughts can place you in more jeopardy than you realize. Overthinking in recovery can lead you to relapse if […]

Why You Shouldn’t Avoid Negative Emotions

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Many try to avoid their negative emotions because they can make them feel depressed, anxious, worried, or stressed. However, while it may not be pleasant to feel these emotions, they are essential to experience both for your mental and physical health. Holding in negative emotions or avoiding them will only make them stronger, causing you […]

Why is it Important for People with Disabilities to Seek Individualized Treatment?

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A disability is when a person’s mind or body prevents them from taking part in one or more major activities. When disabilities worsen over time or stop you from an activity you enjoyed, it can lead to severe mental health symptoms and using drugs or alcohol to cope. If you have a disability, it is […]

Good Vibes Only: Understanding Toxic Positivity

Have you ever been looking at recovery quotes or spaces and seen the phrase “good vibes only?” If you have been to a recovery space in the last year, you have most likely seen this posted. However, even with its good intentions, “good vibes only” actually rests in a place of toxic positivity. Feeling happy […]