Archive for May 2025
Summer and Mental Health (How Warm Days Affect Our Moods)
Summer and mental health—now there’s a pair I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about (especially once the days turn long and the lemonade pitcher is never far from my hand). Warm weather brings a special kind of charm; I love the way sunlight lifts my mood and calls me outdoors. But that doesn’t mean…
Read MoreHow to See a California Online Telehealth Psychiatrist
Finding time for mental health care in a busy California life used to feel almost impossible—especially for families juggling work, kids, and all the things. Here’s the good news: you can now see a California online telehealth psychiatrist without leaving your living room (I know, it still amazes me). This isn’t some wishful thinking or…
Read MoreWhy Is Summer Break Good for Students’ Mental Health?
Have you watched kids on the last day of school? The joy feels electric—there’s a real reason for their smiles. After months of tests, homework, and rushed mornings, summer break swoops in like a breath of fresh air. I’ve seen firsthand how those endless days of play, freedom, and laughter help kids just be kids…
Read MoreHow a Person with Bipolar Thinks and Breaking the Stigma
How a person with bipolar thinks—it’s a topic lots of folks wonder about but rarely talk about openly. Living with bipolar disorder can color your thoughts in wild, sometimes surprising ways. Some days, your mind might race a hundred miles an hour, zig-zagging from sparkly ideas to deep worries. Other days, thoughts feel heavy and…
Read MoreCompare and Contrast Mental Health and Emotional Health
Have you ever wondered why some days you feel out of sorts, even when everything seems fine? Talking about mental health and emotional health can feel like sorting out a messy junk drawer—at first glance, they look the same, but each has its own role in keeping us happy and balanced. When you compare and…
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