mental illness

What is Transgenerational Trauma?

What is Transgenerational Trauma?

Even 20 years ago the idea of “Transgenerational Trauma” would’ve been laughed at by most people. But in the ever-intwining worlds of modern psychology and medical technology, humanity is discovering a whole new layer understanding of mental health within our very genes.

"Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" and Mental Health Awareness

"Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" and Mental Health Awareness

Many people overlook this show because they don't realize it's a "serious" series about mental health (it's a comedy drama) from the ex-girlfriend's perspective. This article discusses what it's about, and why you should watch it, especially if you have experience with mental illness.

The Duality of Thanking A Veteran for Their Service

The Duality of Thanking A Veteran for Their Service

There's an inherent duality that comes with thanking someone for their service, which is summed up perfectly with this quote, “...Please understand that when you thank us, you are not simply thanking the uniform and what it represents, but you are also thanking the individual and what they have done since they put it on…”

Joker (2019) - A Behavioral Analysis

Joker (2019) - A Behavioral Analysis

An analysis of 5 behavioral characteristics in Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker (2019), focusing on the mental health aspects.

The Pitfalls of Social Media and Mental Health: A Personal Story

The Pitfalls of Social Media and Mental Health: A Personal Story

The dangers of social media on mental health has been abound in the news lately, but recently I discovered them the hard way. Of course, I’d experienced the frustration and angst that goes along with some interactions over the internet, and I’d had some disparaging remarks thrown at me in the past, but never have I felt my mental health deteriorate so rapidly and from such an onslaught.

A Mirror and Its Reflection - A Look Inside Bipolar Disorder

A Mirror and Its Reflection - A Look Inside Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder is a widely-known mental health illness, but it's still often misunderstood, and the stigma surrounding it is very real. Using a two-part spoken word piece A.S. Minor attempts to shed light on it in this article. STAND UP TO STIGMA.

5 Realistic Expectations When Dating My Mental Illness

5 Realistic Expectations When Dating My Mental Illness

What is it really like to date someone with mental health issues? Here are 5 realistic expectations when dating my mental illness.

Mental Health Fuels the Faithless: A Personal Journey

Mental Health Fuels the Faithless: A Personal Journey

"At a young age, I lost my faith, I gained an addiction, and I've been searching my whole life to reverse the two." This is a short glimpse into my journey of mental health and religion.

Mental Health and The Stigma Within Ourselves

Mental Health and The Stigma Within Ourselves

Though society has come a long way, the stigma surrounding mental health is still very real, but what role do we, as those dealing with mental illness, play in keeping it alive?

Pokemon Go and Its Effects on Mental Health

Pokemon Go and Its Effects on Mental Health

Pokemon Go has not only been a tremendous blow in the fight to end childhood obesity, but it is a giant leap in helping mental health.