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Dissociative experiences aren't limited to people with trauma, but some forms do signal a need for help. Stay in touch with your mind and preserve your .

Dissociation Isn't Always About Trauma Dissociation spans everyday experiences and many psychiatric disorders. See how it is more common than you might think and understand it's treatability.

A few helpful suggestions to promote and when you're coming up empty on what to do.

Some helpful reminders to prioritize your mental health this summer.
Remember to practice , wear sunscreen, and .

Prioritize Your Mental Health This Summer June 24, 2024 Summer is officially here and as the structure of the school year fades, it’s important to remember that maintaining mental health is just as crucial as physical well-being for both children and adults. The transition to the freedom of summer can bring new challenges or amplify exist...

I love a good cheat sheet.

Breathing exercises are an invaluable tool for your health and wellbeing.

5 Ways Breathing Can Calm You Down—Even Under Severe Anxiety Breathwork isn't just for yoga classes; research shows it significantly boosts mental health and well-being—even in the case of severe anxiety.

Self-improvement is a process, but it feels pretty great to be a work in progress.

So it turns out Revenge Bedtime Procrastination is, in fact, bad for you.

Going to bed after this hour can cause mental health problems Owl be damned!

This is the year of radical self-confidence.

Man on train overhears life advice from kid—"cured my self-consciousness" After overhearing a conversation between two students, the poster said one's sage wisdom would "save me some money with therapy."

Progress for advocacy in Indiana!

Mental health summit highlights growth of mobile crisis teams • Indiana Capital Chronicle The number of mobile crisis teams responding to mental health crises has grown to include 59 Indiana counties.

Community support is everything.
Expanding mental health advocacy this way is so brilliant.

Your Mental Health: Barbers and hairstylists serve as mental health advocates The Confess Project of America is the first barbershop mental health advocacy program in the U.S.

Men are often socialized not to seek help. Reach out to your loved ones.

Supporting men's mental health: A guide for women | News Clinical therapist talks about women’s crucial role in supporting men’s mental health

A strong foundation encourages stable growth.

Teenage perceptions of household chaos predict mental health challenges in early adulthood Teens perceiving their homes as chaotic are more likely to face mental health issues in adulthood, including higher levels of depression, anxiety, and antisocial behavior. These effects are independent of family socioeconomic status and parent-reported household chaos.

Sometimes it's nice to keep good news close to the chest for a bit.

When keeping secrets could brighten your day Though people often want to share good news as soon as they learn it, a study published by the American Psychological Association has found that keeping good news a secret before telling someone else could make people feel more energized and alive.

Interesting connections between body heat and

Are Body Temperature and Depression Linked? Science Says, Yes. People with depression have higher body temperatures, suggesting there could be a mental health benefit to lowering the temperatures of those with depression.

I can't figure out which one the music is coming from.

You can't pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself.

What Is Vicarious Trauma? And What Can You Do About It? It’s normal to feel empathy for others when they experience trauma. But when others’ distress affects your own well-being, you may be living with vicarious trauma.

You have intuition for a reason--it's a good idea to listen to it.

Your Intuition Is Real and Research Shows How to Access It Should you listen to your gut or only lean on reason? Although society often calls intuition magical thinking, new studies show it can save your life.

Some VERY exciting developments for the accessibility of care across state lines!

Amid mental health crisis, new compact allows social workers to practice across state lines • Wisconsin Examiner America is facing a shortage of social workers and other mental health providers; a solution is to allow them to practice across state lines

Take good care of yourself, please.

We'd share knowing glances and go "psssh, I know "

Housing insecurity is a nightmare for . Some cities are doing something about it.

Exploring the Link Between Housing Stability and Mental Health By Mia Chapman Millions of people in the United States living with mental health challenges face barriers to finding and maintaining stable housing. Mental health encompasses emotional, psychological…

Great community news from New Mexico!

New Mexico mental health first responders are increasingly civilians, not police Unarmed emergency responders Nevada Sanchez and Sean Martin take a police dispatch call in southeast Albuquerque, New Mexico, a city with high rates of violent crime and police shootings.

An interesting look at anger's purpose.

Feeling ragey? Don't bury your anger, process it. Here's how We're often taught to repress our feelings and behave nicely. But anger has a biological purpose, and psychologists say it's healthier to embrace it. Here are four steps for working with anger.

"There's more right with you than wrong with you."
Yes, please.

A leading mindfulness teacher shares insights to counter tech addiction and isolation Jon Kabat-Zinn, who brought mindfulness meditation into mainstream medical settings, discusses how the centering practice can help with some of today's widespread social problems.

Family trauma can mean building the village yourself.

Isolation: A Common Result of Surviving Family Trauma The complexities of family dysfunction can be met with confusion, discomfort, or even dismissal from those who do not have a frame of reference for the experience.

The reason for use is essential in changing addictive behavior.

Distinct neurocognitive profiles observed in various addictive behaviors New research reveals distinct neurocognitive profiles for different addictive behaviors, linking poor performance monitoring in particular to problematic po*******hy and internet use.

Sometimes, it's good to talk to strangers.

In case you're wondering if virtual therapy sessions are for you:

Virtual mental health care visits: Making them work for you - Harvard Health Virtual mental health care visits have become more popular in recent years. Here's what to know about finding and scheduling care, tech requirements, and making these visits work well fo...

Hopeful news for mothers.

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Maternal Mental Health Task Force’s National Strategy to Improve Maternal Mental Health Care Amid Urgent Public Health Crisis The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the release of a national strategy today, with recommendations developed by the Task Force on Maternal Mental Health, a subcommittee of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Advisory Committee for W...