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Learning to Find My Identity with Bipolar Disorder
"Many people with serious mental health conditions struggle to accept their diagnoses and the implications it means for their life—and I was no exception. I felt as if I was giving up my identity for one I didn’t want." -
8 Ways to Deal with Depression During the Gloomy Days of Winter
Dealing with depression is always hard, but especially during the winter months when symptoms are even worse for many. -
Why I Have to Convince Myself My Anxiety is Real
"A big part of learning to cope with anxiety has been accepting the condition as part of my life. Telling myself it’s not “a real mental illness” is like denying its presence, which only makes the anxiety stronger." -
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Depression
When you live with depression, it's hard to feel hopeful that a new year will be better. However, you can feel better. Here are a few resolutions to get started. -
5 Things You Can Do to Help Your Child with Depression
We keep hearing that depression rates are rising, especially among youth and adolescents. If you are worried your child may be going through depression, here are a few steps to take. -
Training the Community to Recognize and Respond to Crises
If you’re a first responder, teacher or local community service provider, becoming trained in suicide prevention can make a big impact on your community. It could even save someone's life. -
For those Who Find the Holidays Triggering
Going home for the holidays may sound comforting and fun for some, but for others it can create a lot of stress or even be triggering. If you are worried about how the holidays with family will affect your mental health, here are a few things to keep in mind. -
How Easy it is to Neglect Your Mental Health
Neglecting your mental health can be easy, especially since it’s not something we are always taught or reminded to prioritize. However, taking a step back and examining your mental health is key to your overall health. -
A Parent’s Guide to Mental Health for College Students
Mental health problems among college students are on the rise. If you are a parent of a college student, here are a few steps you can take to support your child's mental health. -
Please, Don’t React; Respond
Learn the common reactions that can be harmful to someone experiencing a mental health problem and the responses to use instead.
