“We are seeing far too many young offenders entering the adult system who should be dealt with in the juvenile system,” says public defender, Gordon…
Like many, when faced with tribulations and life’s numerous problems, Patrick Roche resorts to a creative means of self-expression. He explores healing through a creative…
When Jennifer Sky launched her career at age fourteen, she imagined a glamorous lifestyle, fame, and designer clothes. Flash forward to seventeen: Her experiences turned…
Oren Lavie’s lyrics speak to the invisibility of mental health issues. Many individuals struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues without others being…
If you were to Google search your name right now, what would come up? Some are surprised by what they find. The posting of personal…
Laura Burke’s visual poem “Superhero” explains her own struggles with mental illness and all of the havoc that it played on her life. She touches upon themes…
Parents are inundated with conflicting advice on how to raise their children. Pediatrician William Sears’ attachment parenting couldn’t be more different from the approach taken…
Catalina Ferro’s poetry slam “Anxiety Group” is an excellent portrayal of how the stress of everyday life can contribute to an almost ceaseless state of…
Mindscape Terrangrrl is a blog described as “one person’s journey surviving mental illness and recovering from substance abuse.” This particular poem is a beautiful description of…
This poetry slam by Neil Hilborn and Ollie Renee Schminkey is a fascinating duet about the difficulties and traumas they both experienced in their relationships. Touching…
