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This Insider’s View of Schizophrenia Proves That Neurotypical Privilege Exists
Have you ever heard a first-person account of schizophrenia? Get away from the media’s inaccurate portrayals with these tips on understanding schizophrenics, instead of mistreating them.
Read MoreThese 8 Assumptions We Make About Teens with Mental Illness Are Dangerous – Here’s Why We Need to Stop
Some of these assumptions are super common – they’re just what adults tend to think about teenagers. Have you recognized how these thoughts can go wrong?
Read MoreKnow Someone with Food Allergies? Here Are 6 Things to Avoid Saying to Them
It might not seem like a big deal to say these things – but you should really find out what it’s like for a person with food allergies.
Read More4 Reasons Why Expecting LGBTQIA+ People To Come Out Is Problematic (And How Inviting In Is Better)
This might be a surprise to you, but it makes so much sense. Does it change how you think about coming out stories?
Read MoreHow Abortion Stigma Shames and Isolates People for Valid Choices
Stigma makes a lot of people feel ashamed to talk about their abortions. Here’s a comic to show that you’re not alone.
Read MoreThe Pro-Choice Movement Has a White Supremacy Problem – And Anti-Choice Advocates Are Using It to Their Advantage
As this queer woman found out, keeping abortion safe and legal calls for more than you may think. Does any of this change how you’ll approach the issue?
Read MoreIf You Have Friends and Family Dealing with Substance Abuse and Addiction, Here Are 5 Ways to Support Them
This author just celebrated one year of sobriety – and he’s got some insights on supporting your loved ones that you might not have considered.
Read MoreIf You Judge People’s Teeth, You Might Be Being Classist – Here’s Why
Here’s how judgments of our teeth relate to class, looks, and disability discrimination – and how you can overcome them.
Read MoreNot Sure How Anxiety Works? This Weather Metaphor Should Help
Anxiety can be hard to understand if you’ve never experienced it. But have you ever experienced a rainy day? Because there are similarities you can learn from.
Read More5 Ways to Deal with Stressors in Eating Disorder Recovery
These are the tips that helped this author cope with her stressors. Find out if they can help you, too.
Read MoreYes, I’m a Bearded Lady – And No, I’m Not ‘Grateful’ for Your Attention
This author shuts down the notion that folks who don’t fit into narrow beauty standards should be grateful for romantic or sexual attention – and you’ll be applauding by the end of it.
Read MoreBefore You Dismiss the Concept of Thin Privilege, First Ask Yourself These 4 Questions
She’s back to talk about thin privilege again. This time, she’s filling in what’s missing about how body shaming against anyone is wrong – and where the shame really comes from.
Read MoreYou’re Not Too ‘Tight’ for Penetrative Sex – Society Has Just Convinced You of These 5 Bullsh*t Lies
If you’ve ever wondered about this, here’s a real answer – without the sexist myths. (Spoiler alert: You’re going to be fine.)
Read MoreGot a Penis, But Limited Birth Control Options? Here’s How Gender Stereotypes Are Causing the Delay
Did you know that more birth control options could exist? Here’s what’s holding us back from them.
Read MoreThink You Know the Face of Bulimia? Think Again
Fat people with eating disorders suffer unnoticed in a culture that equates eating disorders with another body type. Share this video to help break the silence.
Read More5 Reasons Why Everything You Think You Know About Obesity Is Wrong (Or At Least Really Shady)
Can you guess which institutions are leading you on in regards to “obesity” research? Talk about an epidemic!
Read MoreWant to Exercise Out of Self-Love and Not Self-Hate, But Have No Clue Where to Start? Try These 4 Suggestions
If you’re wondering how to shake off the lies you’ve been fed by the weight-loss industry and start an exercise routine out of self-love, these ideas should get you started!
Read MoreThe Neurotypicals’ Guide to Adults with Sensory Processing Disorder
Know someone with SPD? Then there’s probably some info here that you should know.
Read More5 Everyday Things You and Your Partner Can Do to Support Each Other When You Both Have Depression
We know it’s not easy, but these tips can be doable even on the hardest days. Have you found anything else that works?
Read MoreHere’s What You Need to Know About Unlearning Toxic Behaviors If You Grew Up Around Abuse
Was there abuse in your environment when you were a kid? Then it’s possible that you picked up some unhealthy behaviors – maybe without even realizing it. Abuse isn’t an excuse for toxic behavior, but it is a reason to recognize what’s going on and do something about it. Here’s how to get started and gain one more way to stop past abuse from continuing to harm you.
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