Category Archives: Wellness

A few months ago, the term “pandemic skip” started to gain traction on social media apps like TikTok as a way to describe the feeling of having been frozen in time during the pandemic. Your experience of aging might be one manifestation of this “skip.” You might be pushing 30, but if anyone asks how […]

Whether you ended the relationship yourself after serious self-reflection or you never saw it coming, breaking up is hard. It’s normal to feel a sense of profound loss, especially if you’ve been in the relationship for a long time or you thought you’d be together forever. Unfortunately, there are no instruction manuals to tell you […]

The “Spoon Theory” is an extended metaphor describing the existential difficulties faced by people living with chronic illnesses or disabilities. Introduced more than 20 years ago, by Christine Miserandino in her essay “The Spoon Theory,” this metaphor is Miserandino’s attempt to explain her emotions concerning her daily struggles with lupus, a chronic autoimmune condition. Miserandino […]

For dementia caregivers, mental health is essential. As the number of individuals experiencing dementia and Alzheimer’s continues to skyrocket, caregiver wellness is increasingly a priority. Challenges Faced by Caregivers of Individuals with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Dementia caregivers’ mental health is often overlooked due to the rigorous challenges of caring for individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Yet, while […]

Albinism is one of a number of visible skin disorders that can create unique mental health challenges. In this article, we’ll explore some of these skin disorders, their potential psychological impact, and coping strategies and resources that support mental health. Albinism and Other Visible Skin Disorders Albinism is a genetic condition characterized by a deficiency […]

The treatment of disabled individuals in the United States before World War II was cruel and heartless. Forced sterilization of mentally or physically incapacitated people occurred with little pushback from society at this time. In his book Eugenic Nation: Faults and Frontiers of Better Breeding in America, author Alex Stern states: “…supported by legislators, social […]

A stroke is a life-threatening condition that can be devastating and debilitating. Not only do stroke survivors face ongoing physical limitations, but they also must contend with psychological constraints. Wheelchair users’ mental health can also be severely compromised. With more than 80 million stroke survivors worldwide , the need for post-stroke care and ongoing support […]

If stress is wearing you down, you’re far from alone. In 2023, 58% of American adults reported experiencing long-term stress —an increase of 10% since 2019. The same group also saw a significant increase in mental health diagnoses, from 31% in 2019 to 45% in 2023. When you’re stressed, your body releases a myriad of […]

Vision loss impacts the way you experience and navigate the world. For many people, not only does it affect their ability to enjoy favorite hobbies, connect with loved ones and monitor their surroundings, but it can lead to a loss of confidence and independence. This often has a profound impact on their mental health. Fortunately, […]

A single toxic coworker can make each day at your workplace unbearable. Even worse, it often seems like management will reward toxic behavior, rather than punish it. If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. Not only are toxic colleagues far more common than they should be, but that feeling of negativity earning success […]