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Big Pharma Facts VS Fiction

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Pharmaceutical companies get a bad rap. Here are a few things that we should start taking into consideration about big pharma. In my recent article, I hope you enjoy.  https://psyche.media/big-pharma-facts-vs-fiction?_ga=2.26686013.1478281447.1522359691-1893264633.1522359691

Why religion isn't always the answer

How many people heard things such as Prayers are the best therapy  That they are to blame for their mental health issue  And many other things  Religion just like everything else when it's taken as a replacement for actual treatment, it can be very harmful.  "Let’s look at a few of the unhealthiest beliefs that can be found in many religions. Then look at what the church can actually do to make a real difference in people’s lives."  Stop Using God as an Excuse to Discriminate http://psyche.media/stop-using-god-as-an-excuse-to-discriminate?_ga=2.64810281.704525191.1520618822-1634265392.1520618822

Taking the Pseudo Out of Science

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"In today’s world things such as social media, celebrities, and YouTube stars who endorse Pseudo Science and alternative medical treatments have heavily influenced how some people not only view our healthcare system, but also how it influences their own approach to their treatment. This has led to the gaining momentum and popularity of things such as the anti vaccine movement and other Pseudo Scientific beliefs within today’s society and culture" https://longevity.media/taking-the-pseudo-out-of-science?_ga=2.195029483.738425842.1518220509-1991674832.1518127739

Bell Let's Talk Campaign Putting A Much Needed Face on Mental Health Awareness

#BellLetsTalk #mentalhealthmatters #Stigma #wellness #selfhelp #selfcare #ADHD #Anxiety #workplace https://psyche.media/bell-s-let-s-talk-campaign-puts-a-much-needed-face-on-mental-health-awareness?_ga=2.129055692.1733692644.1517021608-269085381.1517021608 https://psyche.media/bell-s-let-s-talk-campaign-puts-a-much-needed-face-on-mental-health-awareness?_ga=2.129055692.1733692644.1517021608-269085381.1517021608 Bell Let's Talk campaign takes a much needed step in the right direction. When it comes showing what mental health stigma truly is, and taking a stand against it

Why the glass is half empty or half full approach is outdated

How many people believe the key to a well-balanced treatment plan or overcoming an obstacle starts with having a positive attitude? Even though a positive attitude can be a very good quality or personality trait. There's a great deal more to dealing with the things life throws at us then having a looking on the bright approach to life. Let's be honest, life is a lot more than just rainbows and lollipops, which means that you need to deal with the good things as well as the bad things life throws our way. This means not avoiding things such as negative thoughts and feelings simply because they make you feel uncomfortable or because they're difficult to deal with.  https://psyche.media/the-benefits-of-being-realistic-over-being-positive?_ga=2.252674057.1644510246.1515454593-2071177737.1515454593

A little self care goes along way

https://psyche.media/a-little-self-care-goes-a-long-way?_ga=2.93538142.254743713.1513975247-1709802493.1513975247 In today’s world, we take how we treat ourselves for granted or focus on the wrong aspects for improving our lives. Understanding the steps that we should be taking to understand the things that make us who we are, is a vital part of our  treatment

What is Resilience

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Sometimes society automatically assume that being diagnosed with a mental health issue and being resilient automatically, go hand in hand. The truth is depending on how that individual copes with something, dictates whether or not that individual is resilient or not. Let's take a look at a few qualities and behaviors that should not be considered resilient. * Refusing to accept any type of treatment that does not coincide with their own opinions or beliefs.  * Blaming others for their lack of progress. * Not taking into account the things they do to sabotage their treatment.  * Using unhealthy coping strategies, such as self destructive or self sabotaging behaviors. * Essentially, it’s doing anything that would be considered counterproductive, or sabotaging your treatment. * Not having a full sense of self awareness * Using avoidance as a coping strategy, instead of using healthy coping strategies * Lashing out That’s not to say that going through something can't give you an ...