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Therapists, Neutrality Is No Longer an Option — Politics Is Tearing Us Apart

Mad in America

Whether I’m offering existential support to a terminally ill patient, providing grief counseling to someone navigating the loss of autonomy due to disability, or helping a caregiver manage burnout, politics is already in the room — it shapes the conditions of suffering and resilience. It was built to help people cope with it — quietly.

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How I Calm My Dysregulated ADHD Nervous System

ADDitude

Before I understood my own neurodivergence, I simply thought I couldn’t cope with life as well as others. We often assume we’re just “too emotional,” “lazy,” or “bad at coping.” The more tools you use to stay within it — or gently expand it — the more resilient you’ll feel during life’s inevitable challenges. Thank you.

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Identifying the Signs of Anxiety in Teens – and When to Get Help

Clear Behavioral Health

Supporting anxious teens involves creating a nurturing and understanding environment while helping them develop healthy coping strategies to manage anxiety. Here are some helpful strategies: Educate Yourself About Anxiety Take the time to educate yourself about anxiety and its effects on teenagers.

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Inclusive Healing: The Power of LGBTQ Therapy

Clear Behavioral Health

By integrating specialized counseling services with educational programs and partnerships with LGBTQIA+ organizations, Clear Behavioral Health fosters a culture of inclusivity and empowerment. Sexual and gender-affirming care will help you with self-acceptance, resilience, and personal growth.

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Exploring the Stress Levels of Online Education for Children

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

Exploring the Stress Levels of Online Education for Children Have you ever looked at your child during an online class and wondered if theyre truly okay? The reality is, that while online education has opened doors to new possibilities, it has also introduced pressures and unique challenges.

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Addressing Identity and Recovery in Veterans

National Council for Mental Wellbeing (NCMW - the

Without these protective structures, substance use can evolve into a method of coping. By integrating these elements, identity reconstruction gives veterans the tools to move beyond a sense of being broken and toward seeing themselves as resilient and capable of reinvention. vs. 50.8%) and report heavy drinking (7.5%

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The Significance of Semiotics in Social Work

Mad in America

However, despite its vast potential, semiotics has yet to be widely incorporated into social work practice and education. David also ensures that Maya’s room arrangement is respected, recognizing it as essential to her coping mechanism. These examples underscore the practical applications of semiotics in social work.