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Zarlasht Halaimzai knows well the traumatic effects that war can create on people’s physical and mental health. She was just a child when she experienced…
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In the world of art, paintings often serve as powerful mediums for expressing complex emotions, experiences, and narratives. One such painting that captivates the essence…
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While many think of parents and relatives when it comes to important guidance figures in life. There are other adults who make an impact. These…
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Art has long been used as a form of expression, often giving a peek into the artist’s deepest thoughts and feelings. The benefits from this…
![caretakers, Mental Health, nurse, well-being, Max Ginsburg, elderly, hero, support, image, painting](https://trauma.blog.yorku.ca/files/2023/07/nursing-home-g1ec521c80_1280-470x140.png?x81652)
The painting “Caretakers” by Max Ginsburg, created in 2006, beautifully captures the essential roles and significance of caretakers in our society. The artwork elicits emotions…
![poem, poetry, depression, anxiety, suicide, inspiring, Shane Koyczan, grief, mental health, well-being, support](https://trauma.blog.yorku.ca/files/2023/07/Ascension-web-470x140.jpg?x81652)
“Instructions for a Bad Day” is a spoken word poem by Canadian poet and writer Shane Koyczan, from his eBook of poetry Our Deathbeds Will…
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When it comes to treating mental health disorders, the participation of family members can be a huge help. Family psychoeducation (FPE) refers to a group…
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In a recent interview with Diane Sawyer, Friend’s actor Matthew Perry discusses what his journey through addiction has been like for the majority of his…
![mental health, depression, anxiety, stress, instability, emotional well-being, support, relationships, coping, support, heartbreak, sadness, insecurity, lyrics, music, songs](https://trauma.blog.yorku.ca/files/2023/04/miguel-bruna-h7qhDX6ExD4-unsplash-1-470x140.jpg?x81652)
Released in 2014, Christina Perri’s song “Human” remains one of the most touching and moving pieces of music surrounding mental health. The song helps bring…