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Your Anxiety Isn’t the Problem. The Problem Is the Problem.

A guide to coping with political anxiety in an era where the news reads like a fever dream Therapists across America are reporting something unprecedented: people are initiating therapy specifically because of politics. Not a divorce. Not a job loss. Not a family crisis. Politics. According to a recent piece in Politico Magazine, clinics are holding staff meetings …

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The Republican Party Defunded Your Kid’s Mental Health Support. Let’s Talk About That.

While children across America struggle through a mental health crisis, Republican leadership at the state and federal level has systematically pulled the funding that schools desperately need. From Cincinnati to California, this is a political choice — and it demands a political answer. Let’s be clear from the start: the school districts cutting mental health …

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Your Brain Is on Fire and the Government Just Canceled the Fire Department

Totally Chill Guide to Mental Health in Absolutely Unhinged Times Let’s start with a fun little thought experiment. Imagine you’re having a rough week. Maybe the news has been a lot. Maybe your anxiety is doing that thing where it wakes you up at 3 a.m. to remind you of an embarrassing thing you said …

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Ongoing Cuts to SAMHSA: What It Means for Mental Health and Addiction Help Right Now

Right now, the Trump administration’s ongoing cuts to funding for SAMHSA (the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) are having a real impact across the country. These reductions in support threaten the future of mental health and addiction services, making it harder for millions of people to get the help they need in the …

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10 Strategies to Manage Trump-Induced Stress

Ah, the Trump era—where every sunrise brings a new headline that makes you question reality. If you’re finding it hard to keep calm midst the chaos, fear not! Here’s your humorous guide to navigating the daily tumult of Trump-induced anxiety. Start your day with affirmations like, “I am grounded,” “I am resilient,” and “I will …

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Standing Against Hate: A Response to the Nazi Incident in Lincoln Heights, Ohio

Recently, a disturbing incident unfolded in Lincoln Heights, Ohio, where individuals displayed Nazi symbols over an Interstate 75 overpass. The swastika is a universal symbol of hate, evoking painful memories of oppression, genocide, and racism. It has no place in our society, and we must unequivocally condemn such displays of bigotry. However, as appalling as …

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People say never talk about religion or politics, sometimes you just have too…

The election of Donald Trump to the presidency has elicited a range of emotional responses among Americans, with many experiencing heightened anxiety and stress. This phenomenon, often referred to as “political anxiety,” stems from various concerns related to policy changes, societal impacts, and the nation’s future direction. Sources of Anxiety    1.    Policy Concerns: Individuals from marginalized communities …