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What To Do When You Think Someone is Suicidal: A Guide to taking Action

What to do when you think someone is suicidal

If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Someone is waiting to help 24-7; you just have to reach out. Mental Health Hotline is geared towards putting you in touch with local resources, and is not appropriate for a suicide crisis.  You’re […]

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How to Practice Active Listening

Practicing Active Listening

Active listening builds trust and understanding: Focus fully on the speaker Reflect back what you hear Ask clarifying questions without interrupting We’ve all experienced it at some point: You’re sitting in a lecture or with a friend and your mind starts to wander while the other person talks. You begin thinking about what’s for dinner

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The Impact of Stress on Mental Health: What You Need to Know

The Impact of Stress on Mental Health: What You Need to Know

Stress is a natural reaction to life’s daily pressures. Some levels of stress can be beneficial and help your body adjust to certain situations. However, ongoing, chronic stress can have negative impacts on your mental health. It can ultimately lead to everything from depression and sleep disturbances to substance abuse. This article examines the link

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Understanding Shopping Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, and Help

Shopping Addiction - What to KNow

Many people enjoy shopping, whether it’s the satisfaction of finding a great deal or visualizing how great they’ll look wearing the latest release from their favorite designer. Others, however, feel an irresistible urge to buy things even if they don’t need the items. Left unchecked, compulsive shopping, or spending addiction, becomes a vicious cycle that

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What is Dissociation?

What is dissociation? What it looks like

Dissociation is a mental disconnect from self or surroundings: May feel like zoning out or being unreal Common in trauma and stress-related disorders Can be managed with awareness and therapy Defining what dissociation is may be challenging, but it’s a phenomenon most experience to a certain degree. It could be arriving home after work only

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