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Common Myths about Mental Illness The stigma associated with mental health perpetuates oppression and discrimination for those who struggle with mental health issues. This spread of misinformation has caused many myths about mental illness, and it is up to all of us to reduce this spread of misinformation. This week we are providing you with a list of common myths around mental illness. Mental health problems are uncommon. This is one of the most common myths associated with mental health. In fact, according to the CDC there was an in symptoms of anxiety and depression between August 2020 and February 2021 from 36.4% to 41.5% for individuals with unmet mental

Fun Summer Ideas for the Family As schools close for the summer and as the world opens little by little, families are searching for ways to spend quality time with one another. Here are a few quick ideas: Gardening – Simple, natural, and healing. Gardening provides a chance to connect with the Earth and with your family. Whether you are planting flowers or growing vegetables, gardening can be a fun and inexpensive way to get outside and spend time with one another. To make things more fun for kids, build a bird’s nest or decorate a sign and name your garden. Gardening is long-lasting too, so there are many opportunities

PTSD Awareness Month June is PTSD Awareness Month! This month is a national campaign that is dedicated to raising awareness and knowledge about PTSD to everyone. Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health disorder that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event such as combat, car accidents, or sexual assaults. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are currently over 8 million people in the United States who have PTSD. Although there are many effective PTSD treatments, there are many people who do not get the help that they need. It is important to advocate for those who are unaware of resources available or are

5 Ways to Destress this Summer 1 – Stay Hydrated: Getting dehydrated can cause headache, fatigue and difficulty concentrating. The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine say that men should drink about 15.5 cups of fluid a day, while women should drink about 11.5 cups of water per day. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256#:~:text=The%20U.S.%20National%20Academies%20of,fluids%20a%20day%20for%20women 2 – Get Outside and/or Take Your Vitamins: Getting outdoors can sometimes be difficult, especially if you are working every day, and this means you could be missing out on getting the right amount of Vitamin D each day. Vitamin D provides support for your bones and muscles, helps regulate your immune system and has even been attributed

Which Foods are Good for Mental Health? A well-balanced diet can greatly impact our mental health in positive ways. There are many great benefits to maintaining a healthy eating lifestyle. It all starts with choices we make in regards to the food we consume. Below I will discuss 4 foods that are great for your mental health and why! 1 – Fruit: All fruits are important to incorporate into your daily food consumption. Fruit has many beneficial antioxidants that help provide your body with optimal health outcomes. Such as, prevention from different diseases, inflammation, and diabetes. Eating fruit can be a great start in the morning to get the nutrients

Happy PRIDE Month! Every year on June 1st, we begin celebrating PRIDE month. The history behind the celebration began after police raided the Stonewall Inn in New York on June 28th, 1969. One year after Stonewall, “The Mother of PRIDE” (Brenda Howard) organized Gay Pride Week which eventually turned into what we now know as the New York City Pride March which can now be seen across the world every year, and is celebrated around the world. According to the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), 40% of LGBTQ+ adults have experienced rejection from a family member or a close friend, and 86% of LGBTQ+ youth have reported being bullied,