People remain in abusive situations due to lack of recognition, fear, shame, or financial dependency. Different abuse types include physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and digital. Supporting friends in these situations involves acknowledging their courage and empowering their choices.
Celebrate National Book Lovers Day by reading books recommended by Insight's therapists! Check out the list for books on belonging and connection, trauma, and how to deal with anger, anxiety, and grief.
In Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities, talking about mental health can be considered taboo. We'll uncover different “myths’’ that may exist in BIPOC communities about seeking mental health support and provide affirmations you can repeat to yourself to help you think positively about asking for help, even when you might hear messages saying the opposite.
How to Get Help and Why People Don't: Discover the struggles many people face around getting help for mental health. Uncover the different types of help and where to get it, especially for people who might not know where to start. Address the common reasons people feel unsure about seeking help and how we can all help change that. Watch until the end for a mental health exercise!