What are relationships goals and are the ones that are celebrated in modern society healthy? This may seem like an easy question to answer but it is not always easy to know what we want from our relationships, whether they be romantic or platonic, and therefore we do not know what boundaries to set. Boundaries […]
What is in a Name: Deadnaming
-Kenyu Jones WHAT IS IN A NAME? Names mean different things to different people. For some, a name can be a new beginning, or a sense of pride and joy. For people that identify as transgender a name can mean everything. Here’s why… What is deadnaming? Deadnaming occurs when a person, intentionally or unintentionally, refers […]
Suicide Prevention: What are Some Warning Signs
Now more than ever, our mental health is vital to our survival. We have been living in a pandemic for many months now and we are all negatively impacted in several ways. Our access to helpful resources is somewhat limited, yet we know that depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other struggles are more prevalent right now. […]
The Addiction and Mental Health Consumer Perspective
The challenges facing consumers with addiction or mental health issues are compounded when self-stigma mirrors social stigma. Thanks to misconceptions and lack of adequate public education about mental health and addiction issues, the consumer seeking recovery may find it almost impossible to get the help they need while also contributing to their own stigmatization. If […]