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Self-Diagnosing
Is it valid? Is it the only choice for some people? We are all guilty of it, typing in symptoms and getting a diagnosis off the internet....

Gema Covarruvias
Sep 6, 20212 min read
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Types of Therapy
Therapy, do you need it? Most people are quite familiar with the concept of therapy. Although there are many different definitions within...

Alice Sar
Aug 16, 20216 min read
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Embracing Curly and Kinky Hair
Finding your way towards and navigating the “Curly Hair Journey” can be a very tricky, confusing, offsetting, and time consuming part of...
Marissa Flores
Jul 19, 20213 min read
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Lack of Education 101
Education is one of our main focuses, but why? With the gradual increase in the acknowledgment and general awareness of mental health,...
Aiden Yoshikawa
Jun 28, 20216 min read
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The Struggle of our Youth of Color
It is a running joke that kids in Mexican households are raised with a particular type of love. “Tough love”, as it is not commonly...

Gema Covarruvias
May 17, 20213 min read
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Embracing Culture
So many of us have been disconnected from our cultures. Let's embrace it instead. Whether you are a first generation or seventh (plus)...
Marissa Flores
Apr 11, 20212 min read
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Why Does Mental Health in Minority Groups Have to be Prioritized?
I mean, it's in the name. The controversies and stigmas surrounding mental health are detrimental. People of all races, ethnicities,...

Alice Sar
Sep 5, 20203 min read
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Internalized Prejudices and Oppression
How are we oppressing ourselves? Envision that you’re five, just starting school and learning how to form your own opinions. You’re...

Alice Sar
Sep 5, 20202 min read
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What is Machismo in Hispanic/Latinx Communities?
Machismo. You may have heard the term before, but do you know what it really is? Patriarchy within society has been enforced and common...
Marissa Flores
Sep 5, 20202 min read
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Why is Mental Health Care in the Youth so Important?
Have you ever heard someone your age say they're struggling mentally? Have you ever been that someone? MHAM strives to raise awareness...
Marissa Flores
Sep 5, 20202 min read
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The Struggles that the BIPOC Community Faces When it Comes to Mental Health
It's difficult to get mental health help, but even more difficult for BIPOC. Within BIPOC communities, deep rooted generational stigmas,...
Marissa Flores
Sep 5, 20202 min read
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