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- Children Mental Health
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Bullying is not a new phenomenon, nor is it restricted to just the elementary school playground. With the rise of social media comes a sharp rise in cyberbullying by children and adults alike toward their peers and strangers, too. When is Bullying Prevention Month? Every October, organizations nationwide observe National Bullying Prevention Month. Also known […]
- Mental Health
Attention-deficit disorders, more commonly known as ADD or ADHD, can be as disruptive but treatable as many physical ailments. The stigma surrounding these disorders, however, can often lead to misinformation, shame, and delay of treatment. More than 6 million children have an ADD diagnosis in the United States as of 2021 as well as an […]
- Mental Health
Suicide is one of the top 10 causes of death among all ages, genders, and races. However, suicide prevention resources aren’t as available across the same groups. September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, including National Suicide Prevention Week and World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10. Understanding the gender and racial differences in suicidal ideation, suicide […]
- Mental Health
Loneliness and isolation are horrible for mental health, and the Covid-19 pandemic has created a lot of both across the globe. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and the number of deaths by suicide has increased by 35% between 1999 and 2019. It was also the second leading cause of death for people ages 10 to […]
- History
- Mental Health
This year is the 50th anniversary of Women’s Equality Day celebrating the ratification of the 19th amendment giving white women the right to vote. Over the decades, more women of color were also included in the voting process, and the holiday was first celebrated in 1971. In the years since women were granted the right […]
- Mental Health
Summer is filled with vacations, free time, and warm weather. But it’s not all fun and games from June through August. Time off can be great for everyone, but the added stress of keeping your kids all day, organizing vacation and camp schedules, and trying so hard to enjoy your summer to the fullest can […]