Tag: anxiety
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Neurodiversity Key Terms: Understanding the Language That Celebrates Diverse Minds
Neurodiversity Key Terms Understanding the Language That Celebrates Diverse Minds As the conversation around mental health evolves, so too does our understanding of the rich tapestry of human neurodiversity. Rooted in the belief that neurological differences such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and Tourette syndrome are part of natural human variation, the neurodiversity movement calls for…
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Academic Trauma in South Asian Communities
In the realm of mental health, understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by different cultural communities is crucial. South Asian communities, with their rich diversity and heritage, often grapple with distinctive issues that can have a profound impact on mental well-being. One such issue is academic trauma, a phenomenon that can affect individuals’ psychological…
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Understanding the Challenges of Late ADHD Diagnosis in Women
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often associated with hyperactive behavior in children, but it affects women as well. Women with ADHD often present symptoms differently which leads to late diagnosis. Often women get diagnosed with ADHD when their children get diagnosed (that is true for many parents!). Let’s see some of the reasons why…
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Cultural Humility in Psychotherapy
Moving to a whole new country in my late 20s was quite a journey. I was suddenly hyperaware of different aspects of my identity, and didn’t know how to make sense of how I relate to the people and the systems around me. Therein began my search to revisit my identity and decolonize some aspects…
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South Asian mental Health Resources
As a person, I have always struggled to find quality mental health resources for my community. While I truly believe that therapy is very helpful for improving mental health, I am aware of barriers in terms of finances, resources, privacy, stigma that can get in the way of seeking support. My hope is to create…
Krishna Vora Therapy 