Boundaries are the invisible lines we draw around ourselves to protect our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. They are the framework that defines who we are and how we interact with the world. Establishing and maintaining boundaries is crucial for cultivating healthy relationships, fostering self-respect, and nurturing personal growth. Setting boundaries is not about building…
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Adolescents who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or members of the queer community (LGBTQ+) are at a greater risk for developing mental health issues due to minority stressors. Minority stressors are experiences and events related to being a minority that result in disturbance or maladjustment. Examples of minority stressors are the expectation of rejection,…
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By Juli Hishida, PhD Mental health, like physical health, requires an honest assessment and daily practice to see change. At the same time we are busy humans, juggling an endless list of to-dos, to-don’ts, and dream projects we can never seem to prioritize. After the bare minimum of work, school, childcare, eldercare, and eventually rest,…
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By Dr. Neduveili With the fall and winter months approaching, it is not uncommon for many of us to notice changes in our mood. Many of us may notice feeling more down/sad, lower on energy, or more anxious than usual. This phenomenon has been more commonly called “autumn anxiety” or “winter blues” where mood changes…
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While our breath is one of the most important functions of our body, it is something that we do not often think about because it happens automatically. There is an abundance of evidence which shows that your breath can be used to increase mental and emotional well-being. When we are stressed, overwhelmed or experiencing anxiety;…
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While it would be a vast under-statement to say the pandemic “took a toll on us,” how do we navigate returning to our pre-COVID life? Many individuals vastly underestimated the changes and impacts COVID created. The world was not prepared for the potential psychological effects COVID would produce. After months of being in lockdown and…
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In light of the Olympics, a lot of attention has been paid to the recent mental health focus in athletics. A lot of attention and judgment have been directed toward Simone Biles and her choice to step out of the competition for the sake of her team. You may have even had some judgment about…
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Influential Psychologists and Their Contributions to the Field Over the last few months, we have observed Black history, women’s history, and promoted mental health awareness. In spirit of continuing to honor diversity as we move toward Juneteenth celebration, let us take a moment to highlight the valuable contributions of psychologists who have made tremendous impacts…
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People have different views of what a healthy relationship looks and feels like. However, we can all hopefully agree that trust and communication are pillars of successful partnerships! We often hear people discuss how important trust is to relationships. Communication is equally as invaluable as it is the pathway to knowing and understanding our partner.…
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Holidays are often stressful times, and for those who have complex or disordered relationships with food, holidays can be particularly anxiety-provoking. Here are some suggestions for how to cope with the holidays, soothe yourself, and manage your thoughts and behaviors. Remember this acronym: H.A.L.T. Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired. During the holidays, we might experience all…
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