You are what you eat…The link between food and mental health Food and mental health Food and mental health are highly intertwined. The human body needs appropriate nutrients in order to function properly. Nourishing your body with nutritious foods helps you show up as the best version of yourself. Learning to balance your diet […]
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How to Create Boundaries for a Healthy Life Boundaries play an essential role in creating a healthy life. Setting boundaries is like having a stop sign or border between yourself and others. Every area of your life should have clear boundaries, including your personal and work. In addition, boundaries teach people how to treat […]
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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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Alzheimer’s And Brain Awareness Month There are 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s today Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that deteriorates memory, thinking skills, and the ability to carry out daily tasks overtime. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia. Dementia is the general term for impaired memory, decision making, and […]
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Patient advocacy is a key component to eliminating healthcare bias. Gone are the days where one doctor’s word is final. Given the interconnected world we live in, we now have access to a countless amount of healthcare information. Not only that, we also have access to a network of many different providers. […]
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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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Learn more about autism symptoms, and how you can help loved ones navigate them. Overview Autism spectrum disorder is when a developmental disability causes there to be differences in the brain. Some individuals with autism are known to have a genetic condition that causes it. Scientists also believe there are other conditions […]
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