Did you know that social media has been correlated with increased rates of mental illness? The way people present their life as perfect on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, etc. can cause media viewers symptoms of depression and anxiety and can cause them to feel isolated and like they are missing out on life.... Continue Reading →
National Brain Injury Awareness Month has been nationally observed and recognized since 1993. The month of March honors Brain Injury Awareness Month by raising funds for services, supports, and research. While also emphasizing the important opportunity to bring attention to the prevention of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and all brain injuries alike. The Brain Injury... Continue Reading →
Every year, the first week of February is dedicated towards the history of women and girls in professional sports, and sports in general-- National Girls and Women in Sports Day. This dedication acknowledges the accomplishments of female athletes, the influence of sports participation in girls and women, while honoring the progress, dedication, and struggle for... Continue Reading →
On March 2nd, we recognized World Teen Mental Wellness Day, a day where the psychological health of teens around the world is given awareness. It is an important day to highlight the importance of the mental health of adolescents across the world and to encourage removing stigma about their struggles. 1 in 5 teens across... Continue Reading →
Everyone deserves to be a lot nicer to themselves compared to the way they already are. We are our own worst critics. Especially now during these tough times, it should come as a guarantee to give ourselves some self-compassion, but this may be easier said than done for many. Did you know that human beings... Continue Reading →
This past year has been extremely difficult for everyone in the world. Feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, and fear of many things. For the African American community, these feelings were added and experienced harder than ever. Repeated acts of police brutality and violence against Black people have ignited mass demonstrations across the country along with raising... Continue Reading →
Love is all around us, all the time, within every month and every day of the year. Not everyone realizes how love is all around in their lives not stopping only at romantic love. Love is shared between siblings, parents [biological or adoptive], family members, friends, pets, and more. Love is giving the last slice... Continue Reading →
You may wonder, what are some ways that you can challenge and one of the most important muscles in your body? Not your arms or your legs… I’m talking about your brain! Your brain and your brain’s health are important to take care of because of things like memory, retention, and problem-solving skills! Some argue... Continue Reading →
Do you ever have one of those days where nothing can make your day better except an insanely good slice of pizza? Those tend to be how most of my days go! J All jokes aside, pizza is good for certain psychological and emotional health. I know you’re probably thinking to yourself what your emotions... Continue Reading →
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