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Cultural Appropriation

Cultural Appropriation

Cultural appropriation is sometimes said to be ‘mis’-appropriation because it is the act of exploiting elements of a culture that are not one’s own. This can be controversial or offensive, especially when the aspects of a culture that are “borrowed” are not given...

Cultural Diversity & Mental Health

Cultural Diversity & Mental Health

Cultural Diversity and Mental Health: Understanding the barriers to mental health access for minorities is important to breaking them down. Cultural competency helps honor the diverse and unique experiences of those from different backgrounds or with different...

Mental Health Care for LGBTQI Community

Mental Health Care for LGBTQI Community

There is strong evidence that members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersexed (LGBTQI*) community are at a higher risk for experiencing mental health concerns, in particular depression and anxiety. Many in the LGBTQI community face...

Celebrating Pride Month

Celebrating Pride Month

Self-love is important year-round, but June is particularly notable because of Pride. Pride Month was first established in the late 1960s when protests and riots broke out in the Stonewall Inn in New York City. Since then, people worldwide have come together to...

Resiliency and Adapting to Change

Resiliency and Adapting to Change

1in5 campaign The 1in5 campaign focuses on normalizing the need for mental health resources and removing barriers for those who want to access care. Starting the conversation regarding these significant yet treatable issues also opens the door to providing support....

Substance Use Concerns

Substance Use Concerns

1in5 campaign The 1in5 campaign focuses on normalizing the need for mental health resources and removing barriers for those who want to access care. Starting the conversation regarding these significant yet treatable issues also opens the door to providing support....

Recognizing Burnout

Recognizing Burnout

1in5 campaign The 1in5 campaign focuses on normalizing the need for mental health resources and removing barriers for those who want to access care. Starting the conversation regarding these significant yet treatable issues also opens the door to providing support. As...

The Difference Between Worry and Anxiety

The Difference Between Worry and Anxiety

1in5 campaign The 1in5 campaign focuses on normalizing the need for mental health resources and removing barriers for those who want to access care. Starting the conversation regarding these significant yet treatable issues also opens the door to providing support....

Understanding Depression

Understanding Depression

1in5 campaign The 1in5 campaign focuses on normalizing the need for mental health resources and removing barriers for those who want to access care. Starting the conversation regarding these significant yet treatable issues also opens the door to providing support....

Gardening Health and Safety Tips

Gardening Health and Safety Tips

Gardening can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors, get physical activity, beautify the community, and grow nutritious fruits and vegetables. If you are a beginner or expert gardener, health and safety should always be a priority. Below are some tips to help keep you...