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Struggling to Get a Clear Mental Illness Diagnosis? You’re Not Alone.

When your diagnosis is unclear or not quite understood by mental health professionals, you often feel like an outsider, like you don't belong anywhere. Over ...

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Holistic Approaches to Managing Anxiety and Depression

Have you ever had one of those days when it feels like a dark cloud is following you? Yes, we have all experienced this. Anxiety and depression can be ...

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Being Bipolar: A Patient’s Firsthand Account

Being bipolar is hard. I was diagnosed when I was 16. My first boyfriend had just broken up with me, saying he couldn’t handle my angry outbursts and constant ...

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To the ‘Pillar of the Community’ Who Abused Me

Editor's note: This story contains descriptions of coercive control and physical abuse. If you need help, you can reach the National Domestic Violence Hotline ...

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How EMDR Therapy Works & Can Help You Heal from Trauma

Embarking on a journey to mental wellness can be daunting, yet powerful. It's essential to recognize therapies that can offer comprehensive healing in this ...

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Exploring the Depths of Depression: Unraveling Causes, Seeking Treatment, and Extending Support

Introduction: Navigating the Shadows of Depression In a world where emotions paint the human experience, there exists a spectrum of feelings. Among them, ...

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Stop Posting Pictures of Fat People’s Stomachs with Our Heads Cut Off

News stories about the obesity crisis commonly feature pictures of fat people with their heads cut off. I presume to shield us from shame. As if cutting off ...

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Does Online Therapy Work for Anxiety?

With the internet changing various aspects of life, mental health treatment has also taken a digital turn. But how effective is online therapy for anxiety? ...

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Empowering Self-Advocacy: Navigating Self-Diagnosis Conversations with Your Doctor

Have you ever found yourself traversing the vast landscape of online health platforms, searching for answers that resonate with your unique experiences? If so, ...

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Is TMS Safe? Addressing Common Safety Concerns About Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

Safety and efficacy are two of the most important factors to take into account when choosing a mental health treatment choice, for both patients and ...

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Chicory: A Colorful Tale Has a Powerful Mental Health Message for Artists

All too often, the mental health of artists is glamorized or dismissed entirely. Through the starving artist trope, it is taught through real people like ...

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When Love Hurts: How Adults Can Help Prevent Toxic Teen Relationships

If you're the parent of a teenager or work with young people, these tips can help you prevent toxic teen relationships and intervene if you spot signs of ...

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