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When the News Feels Like Too Much: Coping With Political and Economic Stress

We’re living through a particularly heavy moment. Tariff uncertainty, inflation that won’t fully let go, a job market that feels frozen, political division that has seeped into family dinners and social feeds — it’s a lot. And if you’re feeling it in your chest, your sleep, or your patience, you’re not alone. The American Psychological …

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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 …

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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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How to Survive Halloween Party Anxiety (Because Ghosts Aren’t the Only Things Creeping Up on You)

Let’s face it: Halloween is supposed to be all about costumes, candy, and spooky fun — but for some of us, it’s also basically a candy-coated anxiety attack waiting to happen. Whether you’re sweating over your costume, dreading small talk with Uncle Bob dressed as a pumpkin, or just trying to navigate a house full …

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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 …