• Mentally burnt out and completely devastated, the young woman sits on the couch with her head in her hands. The businesswoman has lost her motivation to work and live. Close-up photo.

    I’m Not Depressed, I’m Just Exhausted by Everything

    660 words|3.3 min read|

    Many people hesitate to use the word depression because it does not feel quite right. They are not hopeless. They are not crying all day. [...]

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    Living on Autopilot: When Days Blur Together

    672 words|3.4 min read|

    Many people struggle to explain what feels wrong. Nothing dramatic is happening. There is no single crisis. Yet days pass quickly and feel strangely empty [...]

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    Seasonal Depression vs. Burnout vs. Substance Use: How to Tell the Difference

    800 words|4 min read|

    As fall turns to winter, many people begin to notice a shift in their mood, motivation, and energy. For some, the changes are mild and [...]

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    World Mental Health Day 2025: Healing Through Awareness and Connection

    778 words|3.9 min read|

    Every year on October 10, people around the world pause to recognize World Mental Health Day, a global effort to raise awareness about mental health [...]

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    National Self-Care Awareness Month: Prioritizing Your Well-Being 

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    Every September, communities across the country observe National Self-Care Awareness Month, a time to emphasize the importance of self-care for overall mental, emotional, and physical [...]

  • National Wellness Month is observed every year in August.

    National Wellness Month: Prioritizing Mental Health and Recovery in August 

    668 words|3.3 min read|

    Every August, National Wellness Month encourages individuals, families and communities to take proactive steps toward better health. While “wellness” is often associated with physical fitness, [...]

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    What Is Anhedonia—and How Long Does It Last? 

    773 words|3.9 min read|

    If you’ve ever felt like you just can’t enjoy anything anymore—whether it’s food, music, hobbies or time with loved ones—you might be experiencing anhedonia. It’s [...]

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    Why Is Binge Drinking Dangerous?

    683 words|3.4 min read|

    Binge drinking is a widespread issue that often carries severe health and safety consequences. Defined as consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short [...]

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    What is Collective Trauma and How to Cope with It

    547 words|2.7 min read|

    In an increasingly interconnected world, shared experiences—both positive and negative—shape communities and cultures. Among these shared experiences is collective trauma, a phenomenon where a group [...]

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    Self-Medicating: The Connection Between Mental Health and Addiction

    502 words|2.5 min read|

    Struggling with mental health challenges can feel overwhelming. Anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress may push individuals to seek relief in any way they can. For [...]

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    Stress Drinking: How to Cope and Break the Cycle

    566 words|2.8 min read|

    In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a part of daily life for many. Whether it’s due to work, family responsibilities, or unexpected challenges, the [...]

  • Profile view of a young homeless caucasian male - in his late 20s or early 30s - sitting in a dark, damp subway tunnel, his knees drawn up and his hands covering his face in desperation and despair. He is hungry, lonely and desperate. The man has short cropped hair and an unkempt beard. There is a look of sadness, loneliness and desperation in his eyes. He is sitting on a piece of old cardboard Horizontal image with room for copy space.

    Men’s Mental Health Stigma: How It Contributes to Addiction 

    996 words|5 min read|

    Men’s mental health is an important yet often overlooked topic. While society has made strides in recognizing the importance of mental health, the stigma surrounding [...]

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    Women and Trauma: How It Fuels Substance Use and the Importance of Gender-Specific Treatment 

    990 words|5 min read|

    Women who struggle with substance use disorders often face unique challenges that are deeply intertwined with their experiences of trauma. Research consistently shows that trauma [...]

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    Are There Programs for Human Trafficking Survivors?

    820 words|4.1 min read|

    Anyone who is a victim of human trafficking does not come out of the experience without suffering its effects. Mental and physical health effects loom [...]

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    The Mental and Physical Health Effects of Human Trafficking

    829 words|4.1 min read|

    In our modern-day culture, not many of us often encounter the term “slavery.” But it still exists – “Today there are at least 20,000 slaves [...]

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    Is Human Trafficking Prevalent in New Jersey?

    778 words|3.9 min read|

    Heartbreakingly, human trafficking is a widespread problem in the United States, but not one which is discussed often despite its prevalence. It is a traumatizing [...]