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Accepting My Sexuality in Eating Disorder Recovery
The pride I feel about my identity is inextricably linked to the pride I feel about being in recovery from an eating disorder. -
Stereotypes and Seeking Care in a Racialized America
We are more alike than we are different, so why do these stereotypes and assumptions keep getting in the way? -
Why We Need Better Representation of Borderline Personality Disorder
BPD is not an easy condition to live with. TV shows and films that portray us as volatile, manipulative and “crazy” only compound our struggles. -
What it Means to Be a Man
As men, most of us believe there is strength in silence; but it’s absolutely the opposite when it comes to mental health.
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How Social Media Is Changing the Way We Think About Mental Illness
Social media’s role in changing the dialogue could be considered a critical step in addressing barriers to treatment. -
The Not So Pretty Version of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
OCD can feel like a horror movie with no pause button. -
Six Underrated Depictions of PTSD in Movies and TV
"Mental illness doesn’t define people, nor does it have to be the main focus of a movie to be an accurate and successful depiction of it." -
From Villain to Hero: Reimagining the Role of Mental Health in Pop Culture
"In my eyes, overcoming problems with your own brain makes you a hero." -
The Stigmatizing Word Hidden in Mental Health Conversations
"Compassion and mindfulness are the best ways to ease any lingering bits of stigma (and self-stigma) out of our hearts and our conversations."