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6 Ways the Healthcare Industry Needs to Stop Abusing Trans People
This problem is deeper than “good or bad apples” practicing medicine – there’s a dangerous culture of medical abuse against trans people. Here are some of the most common ways this abuse happens – and why it needs to stop.
Read MoreHere’s Why Suicide Prevention in the Black Community Is of Critical Importance
Suicide prevention matters – but we need to take an intersectional look at it.
Read MoreHere’s What Happens When We Erase Bisexuality – And How You Can Be a Better Ally
Do you know what it’s like to be bisexual when people assume you must be gay or straight? This article breaks down the damaging result of bi erasure, and shows how to be a better ally to bisexual people.
Read More5 Ways Anti-Queer Oppression Creates Toxic Friendship Behaviors (And What To Do About It)
Do you recognize these reasons that our queer families can take on unhealthy dynamics? Find out why you deserve to change it – and how.
Read More3 Reasons Why ‘Just’ Seeing a Therapist Isn’t That Simple
If you’re giving out advice to “just go to therapy,” you might be making one of these harmful assumptions.
Read MoreSelf-Diagnosing Mental Illness Isn’t Perfect, But Here’s Why It Can Be Necessary
Think it’s wrong to self-diagnose her PTSD? Let’s talk about why you may be skeptical about self-diagnosis – and why it can useful for some folks with mental illness.
Read MoreThe Internet Can Help Trauma Survivors — But It Can Harm Them, Too
While online spaces can provide access to critical relationships, they can also amplify feelings of low self-worth.
Read MoreThe Terrible Invisibility of Being Bisexual and in Poverty
We don’t address issues of poverty nearly enough in LGBTQIA+ activism. Add bisexual erasure, and this intersection is bleak.
Read MoreHere’s the Problem With ‘You Can’t Love Someone Else Until You Love Yourself’
Do you believe that you can’t love someone else until you love yourself? This idea has good intentions – but are we missing something when we say it? Here’s Celia Edell with some smart insights on this saying.
Read MoreWhen You Oppose Trigger Warnings, You’re Really Saying These 8 Things
Whether you think it’s deserving or not, there’s a huge debate over content warnings. And if you’re against them, you need to read this one.
Read More4 Ways to Find Out If Your Partner Is Using Their Depression as an Excuse for Controlling Behavior
“Even if you’re the one whose feelings were hurt, you can’t stand to see your partner hate themselves so much.” This is really tough. Can you relate?
Read More5 Things Black Women Want To See In The New Healthcare Plan
While reflecting on recent news about health care, I think back on the lives of Anarcha, Betsy, Lucy and nine other unnamed enslaved Black women who were experimented on by the “father of modern gynecology,” a white doctor named J. Marion Sims. Without their consent or anesthesia (which was available at the time), Sims perfected…
Read More5 Things I Wish My Doctor Knew About Having An Invisible Illness
Doctors are the experts when it comes to health – right? Living with a chronic invisible illness is even more challenging when doctors don’t understand these things.
Read More3 Lies We Need to Stop Telling About ‘Negative People’
It’s reasonable to cut ties with people who are abusive or toxic, but how can we make sure that doesn’t turn into ostracizing people who struggle with mental illnesses like depression? Let’s start with unlearning these lies.
Read MoreWhat’s Wrong with Gossiping and How To Speak Out Against It
Gossip is a form of emotional and verbal bullying that many people minimize. While you may not be pushing someone into a locker or stealing their milk money, it’s extremely hurtful to the target’s self esteem, mental health and friendships. Learn some tips on how to speak out against it.
Read More5 Ways to Talk to Your Teen About Abortion – Without Stigmatizing It
Abortion is a complicated issue for teenagers – but not always for the reasons parents think. Here are some things to keep in mind when you’re addressing this topic with your teen.
Read MoreParenting After Your Own Childhood Trauma Isn’t Easy – But These 3 Tips Might Help
Parenting is a hard enough job as it is – and dealing with your own childhood trauma brings even more challenges. But these strategies show that it’s possible to be a capable, loving parent in spite of what you’ve been through.
Read More5 Reasons to Stop Saying That Women Are ‘Complicated’
Are women really too complicated? It’s a common idea, but consider what you’re really saying, and you’ll realize the truth about “complication” and gender.
Read MoreWhy ‘Have You Been Diagnosed?’ Can Be a Hurtful Question
After Marina Watanabe made a video about depression, someone asked if she’s been diagnosed. We’re glad she came back with this smart answer on what this question gets wrong.
Read More7 Illustrations That Capture Exactly What It’s Like to Have Anxiety
Does anxiety affect your daily life? If you can relate, these great illustrations will remind you that you’re not alone.
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