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Helping the men and boys in your life talk about feelings
Many men and boys grow up hearing messages like “toughen up” or “boys don’t cry.” Those messages can make it hard to speak up when they are stressed, sad, or overwhelmed. But talking about feelings is a strength, not a weakness. It can protect mental health, improve relationships, and even reduce risk for serious crises. Support the men and boys in your life by noticing and naming what you see without judgment. [...]
Could GLP-1s Help Treat Addictive Behaviors?
You have probably heard of Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 drugs. They have been all over the news for helping people manage their blood sugar and weight. Researchers are now exploring whether this same medication could help people struggling with alcohol and substance dependence and even problem gambling. Ozempic (semaglutide) belongs to a class of medications called GLP-1 receptor agonists. These drugs work by mimicking a hormone in your body that affects [...]
Slow Suicide: When It Feels Too Hard to Care for Yourself
Sometimes suicide is not a single crisis moment. It can also look like slowly giving up on yourself over time. Maybe you recognize this in yourself or someone you care about: missing medical appointments skipping medications drinking more turning down invitations asking yourself, “What’s the point?” It might not feel like “I want to die.” It can feel more like “I’m too tired to care what happens to me.” We think of [...]
Finding Harmony: Leah’s Journey of Self-Care and Community Support in Philadelphia
At 29, Leah, a West Philadelphia native, is navigating the complexities of adulthood while embracing her passion for music and mental health advocacy. Her story is proof of the power of self-care, creativity, and community to fostering well-being and heal from anxiety. Leah's journey with anxiety began early. "I started to experience anxiety at 8," she recalls. What others mistook for butterflies because of a crush with a classmate, Leah experienced as [...]
Adopting a Pet, Caring for Myself
When I moved to the Philadelphia area in 2024, I was not planning to adopt a pet. That changed when I kept seeing the same flyer for a 1‑year‑old cat in Mt. Airy, first at a café, then at the co‑op across the street. I saw Jimmy photo and short description stayed with me. After the second sighting, I finally called Brenda’s Cat Rescue’s number. Up until then, being a pet owner [...]
More good days, together: A mission for May
May is Mental Health Month, and this year’s focus is on helping people have more good days, together. “Good” looks different for everyone. It doesn’t always mean being happy or productive. Sometimes a good day is simply one that feels manageable, calm, or comfortable. Start building more good days, together, with these tips: Define what “good” means to you. Ask yourself, “What does a good day look like for me?” On [...]
