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Reminding My Younger Self That I’m “More Than Enough”
When I think about the pain my 10-year-old self was hiding, I wish I could tell her that she was more than enough, just as she was. -
Determining The Credibility of Social Media Mental Health “Experts”
It’s important to distinguish between peer support and information from the care of licensed practitioners. -
Physical and Mental Illness in Children: Both Need to Be Taken Seriously
When it comes to mental illness, families often receive less support, compassion and understanding than those facing physical illness. -
Children Should Not Have to Be Resilient
I felt pressure to continue being ‘the brave, resilient one’ in moments I deserved to rest, recuperate and simply be a child. -
Hygiene Indifference: The Symptom We Don’t Talk About
Our ideas about the morality of cleanliness can shape how we view mental illness. -
Ask Dr. Christine: Youth Mental Health
We must find opportunities to lean into conversations about mental health, no matter how uncomfortable those conversations may be. -
How to Help Yourself and Others with Suicidal Ideation
Survival is something to celebrate but so is the journey. -
The Importance of Prioritizing Emotional Wellness over Academic Achievement
We need to begin adjusting our expectations of young adults and what they should accomplish by a certain age. -
Addressing Youth Mental Health in NAMI’s Next Book
In recent years, youth mental health has emerged as a topic of urgent importance. -
Building Stronger Mental Health Support for Caregivers
Investments must be made to support caregivers’ well-being.