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Understanding Bipolar Disorder: Myths, Facts, and Finding Support  

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Started by the International Society for Bipolar Disorders, World Bipolar Day occurs on March 30th each year. In 2014, the […]

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OCD Is More Than Cleanliness: What Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Really Looks Like  

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Like other mental health disorders, mental health organizations set aside a week to increase public education about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (also

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World Mental Health Day: Why Global Mental Health Awareness Matters

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October 10, 2025, carries the designation of World Mental Health Day, also known as World Mental Health Awareness Day. The

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Breaking the Silence: Understanding Mental Illness and Its Impact on Everyday Life 

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According to the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI), in the U.S., 50% of mental illnesses lasting a lifetime begin

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When Health Battles Affect Your Mind: Supporting Mental Wellness Through Cancer Diagnosis

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A cancer diagnosis turns a person’s whole world upside down. From then on, a cancer patient does not think, act,

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Hope After the Hard: Holding On When You Don’t Feel Okay

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You may find it difficult to feel hope when you do not feel ok. That is one of the ways

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What to Expect When Starting Therapy: Breaking Down Fear & Myths

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People who consider psychotherapy usually have questions about the process. They also accept as true certain myths about therapy. The

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Faith and Mental Health: How God Walks With Us Through Depression and Doubt 

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During periods of depression and doubt, individuals struggling with a crisis of faith and mental health depression may find the

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After the Loss: Supporting Survivors of Suicide 

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The loss survivors feel after a suicide by a loved one or a friend is fierce and may last for

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Life After the Uniform: Suicide Risk and Resilience in Veterans

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Re-entering civilian life following military service presents a unique suicide risk for veterans. Therapists summarize quality of life for veterans

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Breaking the Silence: Understanding Suicide Warning Signs & How to Help

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Every personality is unique. People face influences from numerous factors occurring during their lifetime. In much the same way, every

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Understanding Grief: It’s Not Just About Loss Through Death 

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Every human being experiences grief at some point in their lifetime. Grief means coping with a loss. No matter what

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For Veterans: Coping with Life Transitions After Service 

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Returning to civilian life after military service results in veteran mental health transitions for every service member. Veterans may struggle

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Tips for Parents Supporting Teens and College Students’ Transitions 

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The big day is finally here. Many teens graduated from high school barely three months ago. Now, with the family

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Helping Younger Kids Cope with Back-to-School Anxiety 

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Ready or not, folks, here comes the Fall 2025-2026 school year. July is the month that reminds Moms and Dads

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Helping Kids Cope with School Stress and Transitions

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The school years can be a joyful time of growth and discovery, but they can also bring stress, pressure, and

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How to Recognize Toxic vs. Healthy Relationships

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Relationships form the foundation of our emotional well-being. Whether it’s with a spouse, family member, friend, colleague, or even ourselves,

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Breaking Barriers: The Intersection of Mental Health and Disability

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Disability and mental health are deeply intertwined yet too often treated as separate issues in care, advocacy, and everyday conversation.

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You Are Enough: Embracing Your Journey and Progress in Mental Health (For Men)

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For many men, talking about mental health can feel like navigating uncharted territory. Societal expectations often tell men to be

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National PTSD Awareness Day: A Day to Reflect, Honor, and Raise Awareness

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Every year on June 27th, National PTSD Awareness Day serves as a critical moment to spotlight the challenges and triumphs

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