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5 Questions I’ve Asked Myself About Disordered Eating That Have Helped Me Heal
If you have a complicated relationship with food like this author, you could probably use some reminders to disrupt your negative thoughts about your body. These questions might be able to help you challenge some toxic notions.
Read MoreHow Infertility Really Feels – And Why It’s So Different From Common Misunderstandings
“At least it’s not…” The grief of infertility is hard to grasp – and this author has gotten many well-meaning responses that really hurt. Here’s her touching take on what it’s like to struggle with this loss.
Read More4 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Endometriosis – And How You Can Help
Do you know why some people are feeling left out of period positivity and contraception talk? Endometriosis is one big reason – it’s terrifyingly common, and here’s what you need to know about it.
Read More8 Things People Said to ‘Help’ Me Through My Eating Disorder That Hurt Me Instead
Do you know anyone with an eating disorder? You may think saying these things would be helpful – but here’s how they can cause harm, and how to offer support instead.
Read MoreYour Guide to Generalized Anxiety Disorder
When this author was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, she didn’t find very much helpful information online. Here are answers to the questions you may be having if you can relate.
Read More4 Major Ways to Cope with Social Anxiety
Is social anxiety getting in the way of trying to enjoy your life? This comic has some great coping strategies that might be useful. Do you have any more tips to add?
Read MoreHe Said ‘You’re Too Fat to Be Raped’ – And Here’s Her Stunning Response
What would you say to the idea that “fat bodies can never be raped?” Beck Cooper’s response includes a “rape prevention potluck” – and her words will floor you.
Read MoreYour Guide to Understanding PTSD
There are still many common misconceptions about PTSD – and they’re seriously hurting people who are already suffering after a traumatic event. So here’s a comic that makes the facts clear.
Read More5 Ways to Share Your Fitness Life on Social Media More Thoughtfully
It’s okay to practice fitness in whatever way feels good to you – so it can be frustrating to be told that posting about your self-care might be triggering. This author gets it, and has some great strategies to help.
Read MoreSaying ‘Neckbeard’ Isn’t Hurtful in the Way You Think – Why We Need to Drop This Insult
Have you come across “neckbeard” as an insult? It conveys a common stereotype of a “fat loser living in his mom’s basement” – and this cartoon reveals why it has no part in the world we’re building as feminists.
Read MoreWhy You Should Include Babies When You Talk About Mental Health
Our discussions on this topic are almost always limited to older children and adults – but have you thought about when mental health begins? Here’s how we can support families by promoting babies’ mental health.
Read MoreWhy We Must Stop Believing Pain and Illness Are Punishments for Our Mistakes
This author knew how healing was “supposed” to look – and she internalized the messages that she had to “fix” herself to deserve love and wellness. If you can relate, these touching reflections are for you.
Read MoreStop Shaming People By Comparing Being Fat to Smoking – Here’s the Difference
Have you ever made this comparison? You might think that showing “concern” for smokers and fat people is all just about encouraging people to be healthy. Here’s a comic with an essential reality check.
Read More5 Ways the US Mental Health Care System Is in Crisis
Do you know how factors like access, jails and prisons, and costs have our mental health care system failing to provide the support we need? This will give you a good idea of what we need to change.
Read More3 Ways Biphobia Hurts Bisexual People’s Mental Health
“It’s just a phase.” You’ve probably come across negative bisexual stereotypes – but do you know how they affect the mental health of bisexual people? This article shows how you can help, and why it’s so important to do so.
Read MoreHow to Support a Friend or Partner with Social Anxiety
Do any of your loved ones have social anxiety? It’s a draining burden to carry, so here’s Celia Edell with some great suggestions on where to start with giving the support they need.
Read MoreWhat It’s Like to Date When You Can’t Have Sex
“I felt like less of a woman.” Society tells us that men need sex – so what does that mean for a straight woman with medical conditions that rule out vaginal intercourse? Here’s how one woman struggled – and found out what she needs.
Read MoreMy College Binge-Drinking Led to Full-Fledged Alcoholism Before I Even Turned 21
This author never expected to spend her 21st birthday as a recovering alcoholic. Here are the signs that she was dependent on alcohol, and why she says admitting she needed help was the best thing she could have done.
Read More4 Damaging Myths About Mental Health in the US
“2. If the mentally ill just wanted help, they could get it.” This video sets the record straight on mental health stigma. Are there any other mental health myths you’d like to dispel?
Read MoreYour Mental Health Is More Important Than Your Grades – 5 Lessons to Help You Prioritize It
Pursuing your degree? Feeling the pressure? This author has found some disturbing information about stress among college students, so here are some important reminders of how much your mental wellbeing matters.
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