Author: Laura Frank, M.A. Gender identity is defined as an individual’s internal experience of gender. This could include an internal sense of being a man, woman, both, neither, or another gender. For children, gender identity begins to develop around age three, and by age five children are seen expressing their

Author: Janessa Brown Much clinical and research attention is currently oriented toward studying the efficacy and utilization of mindfulness-based approaches and practices to offset various aspects of mental health pathology. The term “mindfulness” lends itself to numerous descriptions and tends to differ from psychological to traditional perspectives. Central aspects, in

Author: Courtney Flank, B.S. Despite overwhelming evidence-based research indicating that medications such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone are effective at treating opioid use disorder, objections to medication assisted treatment (MAT) are still common. Listed below are some actions you can take today to decrease the stigma related to MAT: 1.)

Author: Alex Kohn, M.A. Mental health care is multifaceted and may include different modalities of therapy, medication management, support groups, or educational groups. Individual therapy is one form of mental health care that many people have questions about. Is all therapy the same? Will therapy help me? How do I

Author: Norah F. Aldawsari Some individuals may experience adversity, stressors, or traumatic events that negatively affect their lives and wellbeing. These adverse effects may last for a short or long period of time. After traumatic events, breakups, losing a loved one, losing a job, some individuals may dwell in very

Author: Nicole Fusco, M.S. There is a rise in diagnosing borderline personality disorder (BPD) and with that comes a misperception of the essential elements of BPD. Therefore, it is critical to understand the historical origins of a borderline personality diagnosis, as well as the symptoms of BPD to properly diagnosis.

Author: Meredith Cola, B.A. Understanding burnout is a critical component of self-care, but it can often be difficult to recognize. For individuals on the spectrum, autistic burnout is a condition involving exhaustion, withdrawal, problems with thinking, reduced daily living skills, and increased manifestation of autistic traits. Signs of autistic burnout

Author: Mallory Inselberg, M.A. It is very common and normal for individuals to experience changes in their mood and depression related to changes in the weather. This may look like changes in how you feel, think, and handle activities, situations, and people. Most people will start to notice these changes

Author: Laura Frank, M.A. Stigma, prejudice, and discrimination against individuals with mental illness is common in today’s society and can often cause individuals to avoid seeking help and support during times of distress. Dispelling common myths about mental health can help combat public stigma, raise awareness, and ultimately aid in

Author: Jennie Nack, M.S. Have you ever wondered how much screen time is too much? Setting limits for screen time is never an easy task, especially for children. Screen time is not always bad or a problem for every child. Experts say when it comes to children, look at the