A Modern Mentality

Understanding the essentiality of mental health

Shainna Ali Ph.D., LMHC

Can Memes Benefit Mental Wellness?

It's rare to scroll on a social platform without coming across a meme. Can they actually be used to foster mental wellness?

How to Cope With Pandemic Stress During Pregnancy

Individuals who are pregnant during the pandemic may be more at-risk for mental health concerns. This is part 2 in a series of self-care tips provided to help promote coping.

How to Cope With Pregnancy and Pandemic Stress

Individuals who are pregnant during the pandemic may be more at-risk for mental health concerns. These self-care tips can help to promote coping.

What Meghan Markle Shares About Her Mental Health

Four key lessons explored in the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's interview with Oprah Winfrey can help us better understand and promote suicide prevention.

When Pregnancy and Pandemic Stresses Collide

The pandemic has caused rising mental-health concerns, and individuals who are pregnant during this time may be more at risk.

Does Prenatal Mental Health Matter?

Traditional prenatal care usually covers physical health, but mental health matters too. Here are 10 reasons that mental wellness should be part of prenatal care.

5 Steps to Help You Make a Mental Health Playlist

According to Spotify, more people are making mental health playlists than ever before. Here are five steps to curate your own.

When Holiday and Pandemic Stress Collide

Many are grappling with the unique pressures that arise when celebrating the holidays in a global pandemic. Here are 10 tips to help you manage your wellbeing this season.

Managing Election Stress

Seventy-seven percent of Americans share that the election has been a significant source of stress in their lives. Here are a few tips to help you cope.

Back to School in a Pandemic: More Tips to Foster Mental Health

Part II: A series focused on sharing strategies to help students, parents, and teachers returning to school during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Back to School in a Pandemic: Tips to Foster Mental Health

PartII: Stress levels are rising as a result of going back to school in the COVID-19 pandemic. These tips can help students, parents, and teachers foster mental wellness.

The Supreme Court Rules In Favor of LGBTQ+ Workplace Rights

The Supreme Court ruled that gender identity or sexual orientation are protected characteristics under the Civil Rights Act. Could this historic event affect LGBTQ mental health?

4 Commonly Overlooked Forms of Discrimination

Sometimes discrimination is easy to spot, but not always. Here are 4 commonly overlooked forms that may help you to expand your view.

Can Spotify's Daily Wellness Boost Your Mental Health?

Here are 3 ways this new feature could be a helpful resource for cultivating mental wellness.

Telemental Health During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Teletherapy can provide a great benefit to care, especially during COVID-19. Here are four key considerations to help you adjust to virtual sessions during this time.

Self-Care and Social Distancing

Many are noticing that usual methods of self-care may conflict with social distancing guidelines. Here are 3 questions to help you adjust.

Coping with Coronavirus Stress

Have you been noticing a spike in your stress as a result of COVID-19? If so, you certainly aren’t alone. Here are four tips to help you cope with your stress during this pandemic.

How to Find the Right Therapist for You

Starting therapy can be an intimidating process. This post is part one in a series designed to help you find the right therapist for you.

Can Barbie Help to Teach Self-Care?

Barbie is now taking on the initiative of teaching self-care. The new wellness line is causing many to consider whether the line could actually accomplish its goal.

Self-Care for the Holiday Season

The most wonderful time of the year can also bring on the holiday blues. Here are 10 self-care strategies to protect yourself from the stress of the season.

How to Maintain Your Digital Wellness on Instagram

As with other social media platforms, mindless browsing on Instagram can negatively impact mental health. These 7 tips can help you to maintain your digital wellness on the 'gram.

The NBA Makes an Effort to Promote Mental Wellness

In recent years, many NBA players have shared their struggles with mental health. These accounts have created a call for change, and the NBA is taking steps to fill the gap.

The Cost of Caring Without Self-Care

Humans are hardwired to care, but what happens when caring for others exceeds our care for ourselves?

Five Signs of Workplace Burnout

The World Health Organization highlights that burnout is more than just a state of stress.

Thinking About Becoming a Therapist?

Considering therapy as a career? Here are six prompts to help you decide if becoming a therapist is the right path for you.

Remembering Avicii: A Mental Health Tribute

One year ago we lost the life of music pioneer, Avicii. To honor his memory, you can learn about his mental health journey and help to spread mental health awareness.

Is Your Friendship Healthy?

Like any relationship, friendships can range from healthy to abusive. How do you know if your bond is strong? These ten signs will help you answer.

How to Heal When You Learn About The Loss of an Icon

When loss enters the headlines, your mental health may be affected. Here are suggestions to help cope when grieving the loss of a celebrity who has influenced you.

What Self-Love Isn’t

Many are beginning to consider the importance of self-love. In this process, misunderstandings arise as individuals commonly mistake self-love for these four concepts.

Is Self-Care Just a Trend?

It's hard to doubt that self-care is surging in popularity. But are we just witnessing a trend or supporting lifestyle changes?

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