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The Silent Crisis: How Recent Policies Are Threatening Mental Health Services and Why We Must Speak Up
Recent policy shifts under the Trump administration threaten to dismantle critical mental health services, leaving countless individuals and
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Mar 124 min read
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How Natural Disasters Impact Mental Health and Ways to Cope
Natural disasters—whether hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires, or floods—leave behind more than just physical destruction. They disrupt commu
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Feb 225 min read
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Prioritizing Mental Health: The Key to Thriving in Life & Business
Mental health is often overlooked in the pursuit of success, financial stability, and personal growth. We’re told to push through, hustle ha
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Feb 213 min read
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How Black Professionals Can Prevent Burnout
Burnout is a growing issue among professionals, but for Black professionals, the pressure can be even greater. Many of us carry the weight o
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Feb 183 min read
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Mental Health: A Conversation Starter
How Celebrities Are Helping to Break the Stigma Around Mental Health
Mental health is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of overall well
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Feb 134 min read
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Does Autism Cause Manic Episodes? Understanding the Connection
When it comes to mental health and neurodiversity, there is a lot of misunderstanding—especially when different conditions have overlapping
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Feb 73 min read
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Reaching a Mental Breaking Point: Understanding, Recognizing, and Addressing Mental Breakdowns
The concept of a mental breaking point, often referred to as a mental breakdown, is something many people can relate to on some level,...
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Jan 135 min read
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Closing the Gap: Making Mental Health Care Accessible for All
Let’s face it—getting mental health care isn’t easy for everyone. For Black communities, the hurdles are even bigger, with challenges like m
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Jan 125 min read
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Why Black Adults Are Less Likely to Seek Mental Health Care – and What Can Be Done About It
Black adults in the United States are significantly less likely to seek mental health care compared to their White counterparts. This...
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Jan 32 min read
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Cultural Competency in Mental Health: Why It Matters for Black Patients
Cultural competency in mental health care is not just a luxury; it is a necessity. For Black patients, having providers who understand and r
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Jan 12 min read
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The Silent Struggle: Understanding the Disparities in Mental Health Among Black Americans
Mental health disparities among Black Americans are a pressing issue that reflects broader systemic inequalities. Despite having mental heal
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Jan 12 min read
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The Tragic End: Liam Payne's Descent and the Psychiatrist's Warning
In a detailed letter obtained by multiple media outlets, Payne's psychiatrist expressed grave concerns about his mental health, stating that
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Jan 12 min read
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Kanye West: Navigating Life with Bipolar Disorder
Kanye West, one of the most influential and controversial artists of his generation, is known for pushing creative boundaries in music, fash
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Dec 27, 20243 min read
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Eminem: Battling Addiction and Depression to Reclaim His Life
Eminem, born Marshall Bruce Mathers III, is one of the most influential and successful rappers of all time. Known for his raw lyrics and una
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Dec 27, 20243 min read
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Drew Barrymore: From Childhood Struggles to Recovery and Redemption
Drew Barrymore’s journey from child stardom to Hollywood royalty has been anything but ordinary. Behind her bubbly personality and infectiou
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Dec 27, 20243 min read
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Prince Harry: Turning Grief into Advocacy for Mental Health Awareness
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, has become a global advocate for mental health awareness, but his journey began with personal struggles stemmi
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Dec 27, 20243 min read
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Oprah Winfrey: Overcoming PTSD and Childhood Trauma
Oprah Winfrey is one of the most influential and successful women in the world, but her journey to success was far from easy. Behind the gla
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Dec 27, 20243 min read
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Taylor Swift: Speaking Out About Body Image and Disordered Eating
Taylor Swift is not just a global music sensation—she’s also a role model who has used her platform to discuss sensitive topics, including h
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Dec 27, 20243 min read
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Zayn Malik: From Boyband Stardom to Battling Anxiety and Eating Disorders
Zayn Malik, a name synonymous with global stardom, first rose to fame as a member of One Direction, the British-Irish boyband that dominated
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Dec 27, 20243 min read
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What Is Mental Health?
Mental health is an essential component of overall well-being, encompassing our emotional, psychological, and social health. It affects how
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Dec 24, 20243 min read
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