Learn How To Spot Different Types Of Depression Depression looks different on different people and can range from mild to severe. Too often, people suffer silently. Identifying symptoms of depression can be difficult because it isn’t one-size-fits-all. No matter how mild the symptoms may be, depression is a serious condition. Having the tools […]
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The Importance of Sleep and Mental Health Sleep is important for every function our body performs. The Sleep Foundation notes adults need between 7-9 hours of sleep per night. We all know sleep is so important, but it still doesn’t stop many of us from neglecting good sleep hygiene. In fact, according to the […]
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Exploring why there is stigma around mental health issues in the Black community. Stigma is a major barrier that prevents those in the Black community from seeking treatment for mental illness. Stigmas surrounding mental illness are formed through different experiences, traditions, and education. Personal anecdotes from friends and family also play a key […]
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Practicing meditation and mindfulness helps create a safe space for communities of color. Meditation is a technique used to enhance awareness and focused attention. Meditation is a great way to relax and reduce stress. It helps people cope with everyday stressors, and it also improves overall physical and emotional well being. For communities […]
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How to Cope with Situational Depression Unfortunately, we have little to no control over certain events in life. Some situations may be expected, while others are not. Regardless of why some things happen, our emotions may be negatively impacted if the outcome is viewed as undesirable. Situational Depression is caused by a circumstance […]
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The Health Benefits To Yoga That Most People Don’t Know About What is yoga? The origins of yoga root back to India thousands of years ago. The term yoga means “union with the divine” and is a practice that focuses on connecting one’s mental, physical, and emotional health and wellness. The health benefits to […]
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What You Need to Know About Mental Health In The Black Community All races in America experience mental health equally. However, the number of people receiving treatment differs based on race. For instance, African Americans suffer from mental health conditions at the same rate as other racial groups but are less likely to […]
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How To Understand And Manage Major Depression At some point in life, everyone experiences sadness because life is full of ups and downs that influence our thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Therefore, we can sometimes expect to feel sad. But when sadness is persistent and impacts your daily life, you may be suffering from […]
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5 Healthy Ways To Cope With The Holiday Blues This Season It’s that time of year again, where families and loved ones gather to enjoy the festive season together. For some, the holiday season is the one time of year the whole family gets together. But for some, reuniting with family and loved ones […]
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When someone you care about is suffering from depression, it can be an overwhelmingly helpless feeling. Naturally, you’d like to ease that person’s pain in any way that you can, but it can be challenging to know the best way to help. Part of the problem is that people experiencing depression are often reluctant […]
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