So I got my second tattoo today. It is the Psi which is the symbol for psychology. This work that I do is not just a job to me, it is a calling, something that I was put on this earth to do. It is the only thing I can ever remember truly wanting to do. And I remember being in 7th grade English class … [Read more...]
NAMI Campaign: Why Care?
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is promoting a Why Care campaign this month to help raise mental health awareness and reduce the stigma. So here are some of the reasons that I care: Because suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the US. Because too many people have … [Read more...]
How to Support those with Mental Health Issues
Sometimes it is hard to know how to help those who are struggling with mental health issues. Sometimes people don’t want to mess it up or offend so they stay silent, and that is not helpful. First and foremost is just being a listening ear. Don’t assume that the person wants or needs you to fix … [Read more...]
May is Mental Health Awareness
May is mental health awareness month. This month we try to raise awareness of how common mental health struggles truly are and we try to reduce the stigma around talking about it or about getting help. Did you know that 1 in 5 (46.6 million) adults in the US experience a mental health condition … [Read more...]
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