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According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, suicide is the second leading cause of death among young Texans aged 15 to 24. The data suggests that the rates of teen suicide in the state have been on the rise over the years. Factors...
Grief is an inevitable part of life, and when teenagers experience the loss of a loved one, it can be an overwhelming and isolating experience. However, with the right support, adults can help foster resilience, emotional healing, and positive outcomes for grieving teens. Here are...
Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month focuses on bringing awareness to the struggles that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) face with Mental Health in the United States. While we know anyone can struggle with mental health issues regardless of their...
By Jessica Wilkerson, LCSW Often, mental health and being mindful go hand in hand. We are programmed from the start that productivity is king, and busyness brings bragging rights. Being productive and busy are important, and they can be very healthy for our mental health. However,...
What is Self-Harm? Self-Harm is the act of purposely causing pain and damage to one’s own body. Usually, the person who self-harms is not attempting suicide but more so looking for a release of their negative emotions. Though some may express satisfaction due to the temporary...
by Haley Nguyen Sauce, LMSW Suicide can be a scary topic to talk about, but it is something that should not go undiscussed. Although the majority of adolescents and adults can argue the many different contributing factors of suicide, many cannot talk about the different ways...
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month (also referred to as BIPOC Mental Health Month) which aims to bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental health in the United States. We have been sharing experiences from our staff...
Having a mentor can be one of the most fulfilling relationships in a person’s life, but often it’s hard to pin down exactly what qualities make someone a great mentor. That might be because what someone needs most from a mentor/mentee relationship can vary from person...
The past year has been one of the most difficult many of us will ever experience. As I talk to people about what has helped get them through the year, one common theme that has surprised me is reconnecting with family and chosen family. Restrictions on...
“Sometimes the best way to solve your problems is to help someone else.” While that line may sound like timeless words of wisdom, it’s actually from a cartoon. With those words, fan favorite Uncle Iroh was telling the titular hero of Legend of Korra that in...