Mental health is an important aspect of human wellbeing that has been largely ignored for centuries due to stigma and misconceptions. It affects all aspects of life including personal decisions such...
Social support is defined as a set of resources that provide comfort, assistance, companionship, affection, and encouragement to an individual who may be struggling with stressful life situations,...
Chronic depression is a mental disorder that can cause a range of symptoms, including changes in the way people perceive and respond to sexual cues. Specifically, research has shown that individuals...
Peer Validation
Resilience is an important psychological concept that refers to a person's ability to recover from stressful situations, trauma, or adverse events. It involves a range of factors...
Romantic relationships can be an important source of emotional support and mental health protection for individuals. They provide a sense of belonging, validation, and security that can help reduce...
Emotional attunement is an important aspect in any relationship, including that between mentors and their mentees in faith-based LGBT programs. When the mentor can connect with the mentee on an...
Supportive relationships are those that promote positive emotions and well-being, reduce stress, and provide social support. They can come from romantic partnerships, family members, friends,...
What does it mean to be "mentally healthy" in a world that stigmatizes one's existence?
A mental illness is a condition that affects an individual's brain functioning and emotional wellbeing,...
According to researchers, it is possible to measure mental well-being without reference to cultural bias or moral judgments. Mental health professionals utilize assessment tools that evaluate various...
What is an anxiety disorder?
Anxiety is a natural response to stressful or dangerous situations. It's the body's way of preparing you to deal with danger, such as when you need to escape from a...