A Traumatic Event – Part 4
I recently graduated from San Francisco State University with a BA in psychology. It took me twelve years to get a four-year degree. The journey was not easy—it took a lot of practice, commitment, and resiliency. Being the first in my lineage to graduate high school...
Light Years from the Side of the Freeway – Part 1
Part I: A Battle from Birth For some people, realizing the American Dream is a lofty goal worth pursuing. For others, the American Dream is simply a fight for survival. Patrick Ma has fought and won an inspiring fight for his American dream. Patrick’s story may not...
Tic Disorders
What Is A Tic? Tics are sudden, repeated muscle movements or vocalizations. Tics can occur in any part of the body; they have no rhythm or sequence. They intensify when the person becomes flustered or stressed. Tics fall into two categories: motor and vocal. Motor...
Toxic Masculinity
Let’s look at a definition of toxic masculinity. According to the Urban Dictionary, toxic masculinity is a social science term that describes narrow repressive types of ideas about the male gender role. It defines masculinity as exaggerated masculine traits like being...
Useful Coping Skills
Depression and anxiety can take a toll on individuals and their families. But it may not seem obvious. While treatment can be helpful, it is sometimes not easy to access. For easy-to-master coping skills that can be done anywhere, we share the following with those who...BLOG HOME
