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“Love, Lies, and Bruises: Exposing Intimate Partner Abuse”
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a pervasive public health crisis, affecting 1 in 3 women globally, with disproportionate impacts on ethnic minorities and marginalized communities. Rooted in power imbalances, IPV manifests through physical, sexual, psychological harm, or stalking, often hidden by complex abuse dynamics. Its repercussions are profound, extending beyond...
NuPrisma Grants Awarded in December 2023
NuPrisma Grants Awarded in December 2023 We would like to thank everyone who participated in our grant this year, the applicants and everyone who made the grant possible 4th year in a row. We hope to continue to our grant in the years to come. Meet our 2023 NuPrisma Grant...
Beyond Limitations: Unleashing Potential in the Workplace with a Spinal Cord Injury
What is Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)? A spinal cord injury, (SCI) is a serious life-altering medical condition that occurs when there is damage to the tight bundle of cells and nerves that sends and receives signals from the brain to and from the rest of the body. Sustaining this injury...
Lightning Strikes: Battling the Intensity of Multiple Sclerosis
What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord. The condition occurs when the immune system cells that typically protect us from viruses, bacteria, etc. mistakenly attack cells in the myelin, which is the...
Does Hiring Candidates with Disabilities Decline Your Revenue?
In short, hiring candidates with disabilities does not shrink your profit. If done right, these candidates might be the key to a successful business.
When Emotions Run Wild: Understanding the Complexities of Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder, (BPD) is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition that affects a person’s thoughts, emotions, and behavior. Individuals with BPD may struggle with extreme mood swings, impulsive behavior, instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, trouble controlling and regulating their emotions, and an overwhelming fear of abandonment. Borderline...
5 Common Myths about ADHD in Adulthood Debunked
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, also known as ADHD, is one of the most common mental health disorders in adults, which typically started out in childhood development. With its prevalence, ironically, many people in our society still hold countless misconceptions and general myths about ADHD, especially in adulthood.
From Concussions to Comas: Speaking Out About Traumatic Brain Injuries
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI is a type of injury where there is damage to the brain as a result of a bump, blow, jolt to the head, or a penetrating injury such as a gunshot wound to the head. TBI’s vary in severity and can affect various parts...
“Nutritionist Expert Donna Gallagher MS, RD, CEPC brings awareness on Anorexia Nervosa”
We had the pleasure to have an exclusive interview with Ms. Gallagher, the co-founder and nutrition director of the BeginWithin Center for nutritional and psychological wellness. She holds a Master’s degree in Nutrition and Physical Fitness from NYU, she is a master’s level registered dietician (RD#724400), and has a Certification...