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Posted by Ashley N. on 5th February 2021

5 Books to Help Ease Depression During the Colder Winter Months

While Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a diagnosable disorder seen frequently during the winter, it isn’t uncommon for many of us to feel some form of sadness or melancholy during this time.  As someone living with depression, I find reading to be a particularly wonderful treat that often works like an antidepressant for me.  I […]

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Posted by Ashley N. on 19th January 2021

How to Help a Loved One Experiencing Suicidal Ideation

Content Warning: This article discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation, call, text, or chat with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.  Living with suicidal ideation is terrifying. I have experienced suicidal ideation numerous times over the years, and frequently have to battle these thoughts on a […]

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Posted by Ashley N. on 20th August 2020

Tips for More Restful Sleep During COVID-19, From a Sleep Expert

Sleep. It is one of the most important things we can do for our mental health. But during these unprecedented times many of us are struggling with getting enough, or restful, sleep. This week I had the privilege of speaking with brain health expert, Dr. Patrick Porter, about his views on the importance of sleep […]

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Posted by Ashley N. on 24th July 2020

Black Mental Health Matters: Warning Signs and Resources for the Black Community

Did you know that the suicide rate of Black children under the age of thirteen is twice as high as their white counter parts? And the rates of Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder are higher in the Black community than in any other community? However, despite the […]

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Posted by Ashley N. on 29th June 2020

10 Books to Read That Support Black Authors and Your Mental Health

Books, and the written word as a whole, can be so healing – especially with everything going on in our world right now.  I don’t know about you, but with the Black Lives Matter Movement my mental health has been declining as I mourn for all of the Black lives lost in senseless violence.  While […]

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