According to numerous surveys, mental health disorders such as major depression, mood swings, and anxiety became extensively common amongst women, especially housewives, during the first few months of COVID-19.
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Representation of Abilities in Media
The movie industry has been a significant milestone for many individuals of all abilities. Especially in terms of representation, seeing people of all abilities get major movie roles has been a milestone in the normalization of having a disability on-screen. There have been films and movies that have been great...
Impact of COVID-19 on People with Disabilities
The pandemic was a tough on everyone in terms of mental health, physical health and financial stability, particularly for individuals with disabilities.
Can Verbal Abuse Cause PTSD?
An emotionally abused individual might feel it is “his/her fault” for being verbally assaulted by the perpetrators. However, it is important to note that it is never the victim’s fault for the way they’ve been treated.
What is Intellectual Disability? Causes, Types, and Treatment
In the United States, approximately 6.5 million individuals are affected by this condition whereas 1-3% of the global population suffers from one or more types of intellectual disability.
Closing the Gaps Between the Transition of Pediatric to Adult Health Care
While the adjustments made towards incorporating health education directed at adolescence has been an ongoing process in schools, there are still gaps in the transition from pediatric care to adult care. In a CDC study made during the timeframe of 2016–2017, it has been made apparent that most adolescents with...
Successful People With Disabilities
“Disability is natural. We must stop believing that disabilities keep a person from doing something. Because that’s not true. Having a disability doesn’t stop me from doing anything.” ― Benjamin Snow, Grade 8, in his essay “Attitudes About People with Disabilities”
Intrusive Thoughts: The Truth Behind OCD
What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? The first time I can remember exhibiting intrusive thoughts that developed into the form of compulsions, or repetitive actions, started from a young age in preschool. I had lined up my toy bears in a color-coordinated order, separating them into reds, greens, and blues. Looking at...
6 Best Books By Autistic Authors
This list, “6 Best Books By Autistic Authors,” consists of some of the best books written by autistic authors. The following books provide insightful analysis, information, and knowledge into the mind of an autistic individual.
What is ADHD?
6.1 million children in the United States, between the ages of 2 and 17, have been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, according to a 2016 study, conducted by Central for Disease Control and Prevention (1); the majority of these children, about 3.3 million, were found to be between the...