Youth Suicides Have Declined Thanks to 988
In July four years ago, a nationwide rollout launched 988. With that three-digit number in place, people have another emergency line to call. You can dial 911 if, say, a...
5 Common Myths About OCD (And What OCD Actually Looks Like)
By Blaise Hurr, Pre-Licensed Clinical Social Worker Films, media, and even casual conversations have contributed to widespread misunderstandings about obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), often resulting in stigma and delayed treatment. According...
Resource Spotlight: Mental Health Resources in Ventura County
In 2026, a lot of people take mental health just as seriously as physical health. That’s great news. It means a major shift away from the stigma that’s often come...
Youth Suicides Have Declined Thanks to 988
In July four years ago, a nationwide rollout launched 988. With that three-digit number in place, people have another emergency line to call. You can dial 911 if, say, a...
Spotlight On Cognitive Challenges: Celebs Deal With Brain Disorders in the Spotlight
In 2024, a lot of people are living their lives with plenty of eyes on them. Even your neighbor or coworker might have a sizable social media following. In the...
It’s International Stress Awareness Day
The first Wednesday of every November marks International Stress Awareness Day. It’s good timing. As November gets underway, holiday stresses tend to rise. In fact, when polled during the holiday...
5 Benefits of Going for a Walk
Walking. It’s one of those things we have to do — whether you’re getting a glass of water or heading into work. But it’s also a powerful tool we can...
Summer Can Trigger Body Image Issues. These Tips Can Help
The body positivity movement has brought us a long way toward loving ourselves and our shape. Today, media has changed to include a wider range of body types and we’re...
3 Big Tips to Improve Body Image Struggles
Good news, folks: body positivity is having a much-overdue moment. Old body ideals of just a couple of decades ago have given way to people of all shapes and sizes....
Next Week is Sleep Awareness Week
This weekend, it’s time to spring forward. While this means a very welcome extra hour of sunlight later in the day, it can also take a toll on your sleep....