Breaking the Stigma: How to Talk to Kids About Mental Health

by Racing For Mental Health | May 22, 2023 | Uncategorized

Breaking the Stigma: How to Talk to Kids About Mental Health What was your experience with mental health growing up? Did your family openly discuss hardships, struggles, and difficult feelings (anger, sadness, resentment, anxiety, bitterness)? Were you told to keep...

When It Takes a Village: The Role of a Support System in Mental Health

by Racing For Mental Health | May 1, 2023 | Uncategorized

When It Takes a Village: The Role of a Support System in Mental Health Human life is fragile. In our individualistic culture, it is easy to forget the vital importance of human connection. We strive to reach our personal goals, maintain our independence, and achieve...

Does Homework Cause Stress? [4 Ways You Can Help]

by Racing For Mental Health | Apr 17, 2023 | Uncategorized

Does Homework Cause Stress? [4 Ways You Can Help] Does homework cause stress? We often discuss stress in relation to adults – the pressures we all face to perform and achieve coupled with the crushing demands on our time. Did you know that 77% of adults in...

Do I Need Therapy? [The Stigma That Still Surrounds Mental Health]

by Racing For Mental Health | Apr 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

Do I Need Therapy? [The Stigma That Still Surrounds Mental Health]   “Do I need therapy? Am I crazy? I don’t think I am. So why do I feel like a crazy person?” Have you ever thought that to yourself? Feelings of shame and frustration over your...

I Cut Once [How To Approach Teenage Cutting]

by Racing For Mental Health | Mar 27, 2023 | Uncategorized

I Cut Once [How To Approach Teenage Cutting] I used to cut. It felt good. It felt empowering. It felt like there was some area of my chaotic, messy life where I had control, where I was in charge. I made perfect lines – perfect red lines in a row on my arm....