The words “Panic Attack” and “Anxiety Attack” are often used interchangeably. The main difference is that experiencing panic attacks is considered a disorder by the DSM-5.
Year: 2022
Magellan Healthcare Provides Resources to Address Growing Needs and Bring Awareness During Mental Health Month
During Mental Health Month, Magellan is highlighting its collaboration with Inspiring My Generation (IMG) and support of the IMG Encouragement Card Program
Student Spotlight: Fran Reicherter
Our Masters in Psychology student Fran Reicherter exemplifies how hard work can get you exactly where you want to be.
How to Advocate for Mental Health in College: Real Students’ Stories
In a college mental health crisis, students are speaking up. Find out how students are advocating for mental health on their campuses.
Child Development According To Urie Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological System Theory
Bronfenbrenner hypothesized that by studying children in multiple environments (ecological systems), we can have a better understanding of their development. According to this theory, every ecological system that a child interacts with will influence the child’s development. (2019)
My Guide To Building A Coping Toolbox
Coping mechanisms are tools we use to help us through when our emotions feel overwhelming. There are many different types of coping mechanisms! One that works for you may not work for others, and that is okay. Everyone will have different things that help them at different times for different emotions and situations. Sometimes coping mechanisms that worked in the past do not work in the future, and that is okay too. As we grow and change, what works for us may also change.
A Guide To Enforcing Boundaries
If you are willing to protect your space and set boundaries that help you build healthy, meaningful connections with others, then you deserve to reap the benefits of those boundaries.
What Does It Mean To Be Kind To Yourself?
This blog comes directly from pages out of Francesca Reicherter’s “You Are Not Alone: The Workbook.” For more content and exercises, this workbook is available for purchase on inspiringmygeneration.org or amazon. Being kind to yourself can be super hard! As humans, it is normal to be critical of ourselves. Often times, we are harder on…
Does Social Media Impact Your Mental Health?
Social media is centered around connection. We are connected to people around the world 24/7. With the blessing of continued connection and access to everything happening around the world, there is also the impact of mental health. And the impact can be both positive or negative. What is the positive impact of social media? The…
What We Know About Hyperbaric Oxygen Chambers And Mental Health?
Please note that this blog contains no original writing. Each section and statement is directly from the aforementioned source. What is hyperbaric oxygen therapy? According to John Hopkins Medical, “hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or HBOT, is a type of treatment used to speed up healing of carbon monoxide poisoning, gangrene, stubborn wounds, and infections in which…