Category: Education
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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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Understanding Cognitive Dissonance
Cognitive dissonance has become a major buzz word in recent years. But what is it? How does it impact us? Can we actually use it to our advantage? What is it? Why do we get it? Cognitive dissonance is the negative or uncomfortable feeling we get when we hold contradicting beliefs and values or are… Read more
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Technology & Mental Health
Technology has become a major factor in every aspect of life. Mental health is not an exception. It is important to recognize both the benefits and risks associated with technology use when it comes to our mental wellbeing. Benefits One of the largest benefits of technology became apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Due… Read more
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Vaccines and Autism: The Studies and Misinformation
The rumor of vaccines causing autism started decades ago with one man – Andrew Wakefield. His studies would start a misinformation movement that continues to gain momentum. Today, we will break down the studies he published, where they went wrong, and their impact. The Researcher Andrew Wakefield now stands as an infamous figure in medical… Read more
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Expand Your Toolkit: Importance of Having Multiple Coping Techniques
Resilience and coping tend to be buzz words when talking about mental health – and for good reason. Building resilience and having healthy coping skills are the best ways to prevent crises and overcome obstacles. However, we often neglect to talk about the importance of having multiple coping techniques to deal with the variety of… Read more
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Ways Weight Lifting Transformed My Mental Health
Previously, we discussed prominent issues in the fitness industry and how this has devastated the mental health of many fitness enthusiasts. I ended that post by stating that exercise is an essential component to mental health. To expand on this, I want to discuss how one of my favorite types of exercise – weight lifting… Read more
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Gambling Addiction: A Growing Epidemic in Youth
Disclaimer: This is not a criticism of any singular company or product. Any mentioned company is purely for example in criticism of a systematic problem. There is a growing epidemic among both adults and children – compulsive gambling. From Counter Strike loot boxes to Pokémon packs and Labubu mystery boxes, there are many more opportunities… Read more
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Numbers & Stories: The Roles of Statistics & Case Studies
Research is important for advancement in any field of study. However, there is often debate on what is the best practice for studying human psychology. Statistics give us a scientific understanding of trends and the experiences of groups. Case studies, on the other hand, provide a detailed look at an individual’s experience and personal factors.… Read more
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Eugenics: The Dark Period in Psychological and Medical History That is Making a Comeback
TW – This topic will discuss sensitive topics including racism, discrimination, and forced sterilization. Reader discretion is advised. One of the darkest zeitgeists seen in the history of psychology and medicine, eugenics provided a false scientific justification for discriminatory practices in the late 1800s and throughout the 1900s. Not only is its legacy still felt… Read more