A current threat to society right now is the opioid epidemic. This refers to the growing number of deaths that have occurred as a result of people becoming addicted to the pain medications they are prescribed to. Even though awareness of the opioid epidemic came about around 2010, the start actually started several years ago. […]
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Feb
Feb
You may think that depression simply means being sad all the time. The truth is that depression has several less apparent symptoms. By discovering the hidden signs of depression, you will know when it is time to seek treatment. Why Does Not Having an Opinion Mean You Are Depressed? You may not have an opinion […]
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Feb
Feb
College can be a very stressful time when you have exams in multiple classes and have to keep up your GPA before you graduate. A small study showed that friends are unlikely to encourage those who express depression online to get help but sent supportive or motivating messages. More needs to be done for college […]
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Feb
Feb
Alcohol is a substance that is legal all over the country. With the only limitation being that you need to be 21 years-old to drink, it is easily accessible and found in every restaurant or event you go to. A new study showed that Americans are drinking double the amount of alcohol than usual which […]
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Feb
Feb
Elizabeth Wurtzel, the author of “Prozac Nation” passed away on January 7th of breast cancer. She was the author responsible for opening up the conversation about mental health through her memoir about her life-long battle with depression and addiction. The courage of Elizabeth Wurtzel to write about her troubling experiences with addiction and mental illness […]
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Drinking too much alcohol the night before can cause you to feel woozy, less productive, and in a bad mood when you wake up in the morning. The same can be said for marijuana. Learning about the symptoms of a weed hangover will teach you about what excessive weed use can do to you the […]
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Jan
Your mental health should always be considered a first priority. You can use the new year as an opportunity to better your mental health than you ever had before. By making a list of New Year’s resolutions dedicated to your mental health, you will have a much calmer and happier state of mind. Why is […]
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Jan
There are people who keep drinking alcohol as their nightly routine whenever they come home from work or when they invite people over. Drinking empty calories that are high in alcohol count can be very dangerous for your life long-term. By knowing what happens to your body when you drink beer every night, you will […]
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Jan
Schizophrenia is a mental illness that affects a person’s thoughts and actions, leading to auditory hallucinations and delusions. Because there is not a lot of understanding about the causes of schizophrenia, many experts are worried that this can lead to not providing the best treatment for it. By seeing the quotes of people you admire […]
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Jan
Jan
You may be seeking therapy for your anxiety or depression, but feel like you cannot make the time or have the money to do it. Luckily, a lot of therapists are starting to offer text therapy services to make it less stressful to interact. Since text therapy is not for everyone, it is important to […]
