Category: Mental Health & Stigma

This category explores how therapy can be destigmatized, how beliefs about mental health form, and how we can change collective narratives at the identity level.

5 science-backed ways to optimize your mental health

While there is no substitute for therapy and treatment for mental health conditions, there are lifestyle changes, happiness…

ByByShiftGritNov 21, 2022

Evaluating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health

The pandemic, the global shutdown, isolation, fear, rising death toll, grief, bereavement, and the increasing feeling of uncertainty…

ByByShiftGritNov 21, 2022

The Psychological Impact of Cancer Recovery: Moving Forward

Fighting cancer is an extremely challenging experience – both physically and mentally. Individuals who have cancer often experience…

ByByShiftGritFeb 18, 2021

The Building Blocks of a Healthy Mind: Exploring the Importance of Mental Health Awareness

Through this exploration, we will delve into the various building blocks that contribute to a healthy mind, and…

ByByShiftGritApr 17, 2024

Understanding Somatic Symptom Disorder and Its Symptoms

Picture this: A 35-year-old man visits a doctor because of chronic throat pain for the last year. The…

ByByShiftGritDec 22, 2022