Raise Awareness & Combat Stigma Surrounding Mental Health
While one in five people will experience a mental illness over the course of their lives, everyone will face challenges that can and will affect their mental health. Many people who face these challenges will be able to receive help from a professional counselor. In addition to helping those seeking holistic wellness, professional counselors need to be able to care for their own mental health.
During the month of May, the American Counseling Association is proud to join the national movement to raise awareness and combat the stigma surrounding mental health. Here, we present resources and tips to help both counselors and the public focus on their mental health and wellbeing.
Resources For the General Public
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Learning to Build Resilience in the Face of "Climate Anxiety"3 min readUnprecedented winter storms with accompanying statewide power outages in Texas. Unimaginable heat waves and wildfires in the Pacific Northwest. Record-breaking snowfall in Spain. Major flooding, cyclones and hurricanes around the globe.
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Talking About Social Media and Digital Literacy with Kids3 min readThe Wall Street Journal recently reported on research indicating that Instagram has been studying the effects of its app on younger users for years and the findings have been neither positive nor surprising.
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It's All Connected: Emotional Wellness Relies on a Holistic Approach to Health3 min readIf there was a 'Top 10 Buzzwords of the 21st Century' list, it's likely that 'wellness' would be on it. From essential oils and inspirational memes on Instagram to nature bathing and mindfulness apps, there is no shortage of digital content and ...
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