Category: Mental Health
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Breaking Down Barriers: Advocating for Autism Acceptance
Autism is a complex neurological condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as of 2020 in the United States, approximately 1 in 54 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Yet it remains shrouded in misunderstanding and stigma. This article aims to shed light…
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Spoiler Alert: You’re Thinking About Autism All Wrong
On the eve of my twenty-sixth birthday, I frantically googled the phrase, I don’t feel like a real person. This online investigation came during a mental health crisis that has come to define most of my mid-twenties. Two years prior, I began suddenly experiencing recurrent panic attacks, derealization episodes, and a rapidly developing case of…
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Mental Health Awareness Month
Since it is currently May, it’s important to recognize that it is Mental Health Awareness Month. This annual observance shines a spotlight on the importance of mental health and aims to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. Mental health is an integral part of our overall well-being, yet it is often overlooked or misunderstood. One…