Author: Atherial
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Tragic Inspiration: How Rosemary Kennedy Inspired Disability Rights
The first first word that comes to many people’s minds when they think of the Kennedy family is “tragedy”. You are likely familiar with the assassinations of Robert F. Kennedy and John F. Kennedy. However, there are many other shocking deaths, accidents, and heartaches that have plagued the family. This family has so many tragic… Read more
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Religious Extremism & Mental Health
Freedom of religion is a founding principle of the United States and a core value of many free democracies. When religious superiority and extremism takes hold, it can have detrimental impacts. One aspect that often goes undiscussed when addressing this issue is the psychological harms of living under the threat of a religious state. Mental… Read more
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Brain Injuries: TBI, Concussions, & CTE
Disclaimer: I am not a licensed doctor nor neurologist. The following is for general educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Please see your doctor if you have suffered a head injury. There are many different labels for brain injuries but you may wonder what the differences are.… Read more
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Supplementing for Mental Health
Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist nor a doctor. These tips are not medical advice but things I found useful in my own experience. Please talk with your doctor before taking any supplements. Our body is a complex system made up of many different vitamins and minerals. When there is an imbalance, it can impact… Read more
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Food Tips: Maintaining a Healthy(ish) Diet During Recovery
Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist nor a doctor. These tips are not medical advice but things I found useful in my own experience. Please talk with your doctor before making any dietary changes. We need food, not only to survive, but to heal and promote physical and mental wellness. Those dealing with chronic illness,… Read more
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The Revival of Conversion Therapy
Trigger warning: This topic contains discussion of religious trauma, emotional/physical abuse, homophobia/transphobia, and suicide. LGBTQ youth are once again living under the threat of conversion therapy. This harmful practice, discredited years ago, is making a comeback. In order to address mental health issues faced by LGBTQ individuals, we must recognize the risks of such programs. … Read more
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Mental Health in Media: Stardew Valley (Part 3)
Trigger & Spoiler Warning:This article will discuss sensitive topics such as infidelity, family conflict, and loss/abandonment of a parent. There will also be spoilers for character heart events for Stardew Valley 1.6. Today we will be talking about the parental figures in Stardew Valley. If you haven’t read Part 1 on general mental health themes… Read more
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AI Psychosis
With the rise of advanced artificial intelligence models, many people have grown concerned with issues like job security or scams. One unexpected complication is the detrimental impact it would have on users’ mental health. AI psychosis is perhaps the most shocking development we have encountered yet. What Is AI Psychosis? AI psychosis is a term… Read more
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Psychology & Advocacy
Psychology teaches us about ourselves and those around us. It makes sense that effective advocacy needs psychology. By having an understanding of basic psychological principals, common mental health issues, and coping techniques, we can better advocate for a wide range of social issues. Mental Health as a Recurring Theme If you advocate for social justice… Read more
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Mental Health in Media: Stardew Valley (Part 2)
Trigger & Spoiler Warning: This article will discuss sensitive topics such as relationship conflicts, domestic violence, and adult references. There will also be spoilers for character heart events and special orders for Stardew Valley 1.6. In Part 1, we discussed themes of alcoholism, disability, and mental illness present in Stardew Valley. Today we will dive into… Read more