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Posted by Liv on 15th December 2021

When You’re Feeling SAD, Try to Make the Day Rad 

Although the warmth of a fire is quite delightful, fall turns to winter, and the weather becomes oh so frightful. Ok, that is a cute little play on words but if we are being honest winter sometimes just sucks. It is dark by mid-afternoon, it’s cold, and laziness is at its finest. Curling up in […]

Read Article 7 Min Read Anxiety

Posted by Alyssa on 28th September 2021

Language Around Mental Health Matters

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 […]

Read Article 7 Min Read Advocacy

Posted by Brynne on 19th August 2021

Nine Books Featuring Characters Living with Mental Illness

Content Warning: Mentions stories involving depression, suicidal thoughts, abuse, and more. If you are like me, you may enjoy books that feature characters and plotlines that are different from the people and experiences involved in our own lives. Writers like to call this a “window,” because you are getting a glimpse as to how others […]

Read Article 8 Min Read Anxiety

Posted by Jade on 3rd August 2021

Outdoor Activities that Help Boost My Mood

As someone who lives with mental illnesses, I know some days are better than others. Despite my medications, support systems, and meetings with my psychiatrist, sometimes I have a difficult time staying afloat and maintaining my routines. Because of this, I’ve learned several coping techniques, including ways to help boost my mood. One key way […]

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Posted by Brynne on 22nd July 2021

10 Celebrities Living with Mental Health Conditions

Content Warning: Discussion of eating disorders, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. Have you ever watched a movie or a TV show and thought an actor or actress was really outstanding? Have you ever read a book and thought the author was a total genius? Or maybe, you have a favorite athlete that you think […]

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Posted by Alyssa on 14th July 2021

Mental Health Doesn’t Take a Summer Break

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 […]

Read Article 8 Min Read Advocacy

Posted by Matt J. on 12th February 2021

My Experiences with Internalized Homophobia and How I’ve Coped With It

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 […]

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Posted by Alyssa on 9th February 2021

Stress or More? Identifying a Mental Health Concern & How to Seek Support

Mental health isn’t always a completely transparent topic. Since conversations about mental health are often met with stigma or a lack of understanding for the severity of one’s condition, it can be difficult to recognize when you need to seek professional help for a mental health concern. Navigating the world as a young person, especially […]

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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 Sam on 15th January 2021

What is Depression? (From The Mind of Someone Who Has It)

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 […]

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