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Mental health is as essential to overall well-being as physical health, and a person must maintain both through care and exercise. However, many are conditioned during youth to believe that tending to men’s mental health—by examining emotions, sharing feelings, and admitting where they have problems—is a sign of weakness and an indication that men lack […]

Women’s mental health risks sometimes go unappreciated, but trauma can affect us all. It occurs when an individual experiences a stressful event or another circumstance that overloads their capacity to cope. This experience can happen to anybody, and the resulting post-traumatic stress disorder and mental illness are serious problems that affect people of all genders, […]

It is firmly established that different minority communities experience mental health disorders to different degrees. But to the non-psychologist, it may be difficult to understand how or why this happens.  In any given year, about 18% of adults in the United States will live with a diagnosable mental health condition. Moreso, 35.8% of individuals who […]

A person’s wellness encompasses more than just what a doctor can check during a physical. How does mental health affect physical health? It is a complex relationship between mind, body, and spirit, each influencing the other. This article will look at some common ways that our mental and physical health interact and highlight some of […]

Many people use these terms interchangeably, but are counseling and therapy the same? Whether you are considering therapy for the first time or have considerable experience receiving mental health treatment, you may be unsure about the different services mental health professionals offer. Let’s better understand the differences between counseling and therapy and look at some […]

There can be some confusion around the ideas of gender, sex, and sexuality that can make some people feel uncomfortable. But as with anything, a little education goes a long way, and it’s no exception when it comes to gender. Let’s begin by defining our terms. Do you know the difference between sex and gender? […]