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CW: Discussion of mental health conditions such as OCD, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders and more. As we go about our everyday lives, we often overlook the way that language shapes the narratives around us. Not only does speaking about mental health directly contribute to attitudes around it, but there are also words and phrases incorporated […]
Matt J.
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No, we’re not how we are because “it’s trendy.” Queer people have always been around, but it’s evident that people feel more comfortable with their queerness than ever. In fact, 1 in 6 Gen Z adults identify as a part of the LGBTQ+ Community, with that number very likely to grow. Sure, terms like “gay,” […]
Alyssa
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While summer is usually thought of as the time of year where students can take a break from their typical stress and responsibilities, the warm weather and vacation time doesn’t always bring beach days and rest. For many students, the switch from a regular school routine to the summer months can take a toll on […]
Jade
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June is Pride Month, where members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community remember the history surrounding the first Pride, continue fighting for equality and recognition, and celebrate their identities. There are numerous ways to support LGBTQ+ people and organizations year-round, but one especially great way to learn more about different identities is through reading. Below […]
Alyssa
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Organizations and advocates across the world bring attention to mental health through educating the public and sharing what we can all do to practice self-care and support people living with a mental illness. With mental health becoming more widely recognized over the last few years, more people are advocating for expanding research, starting the tough […]
Brynne
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If you live on planet Earth, you’ve most likely had some time to enjoy a favorite show or some movies (or quite a few :)) over the past year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But how many of these movies or episodes really provided us any substance or carried a deeper meaning or message? Ok, […]
Brynne
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Recognizing that you have a mental health disorder can be difficult to accept. It’s a whole new part of life that you have to navigate, and a challenge that some people will never have to face. Medications, therapy, the feeling of being alone, and battles inside your brain. But perhaps the most difficult part of […]
Matt J.
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Growing up as queer and Latinx, it was rare to see someone like me on TV. It feels as if television executives tend to favor the white, straight family over the gay, Latinx family. However, the reality is that we are not all white and straight. In fact, white people only make up about 60% […]
Matt J.
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I’m gay. I’ve known that for a long time, even before I knew “gay” was a thing. All I knew when I was younger was that if you’re a boy, you needed to get a girlfriend when you reached a certain age, and if you were a girl, you needed to get a boyfriend. Despite […]
Sam
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Content Warning: Suicidal Thoughts What is depression? Admittedly, this is a question that is far more challenging to answer than one would think, primarily due to the fact that the disorder is not categorical. Instead, it is on a continuum. What is meant by this is that there are various levels of depression, meaning that […]