Blog – Medens Health

How to Handle Microaggressions

Diversity may be celebrated now more than ever, but microaggressions remain a pervasive and often overlooked challenge. While they may seem minor, these small acts of bias and discrimination can add up, causing significant harm to mental and emotional well-being.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

November 28, 2024

Do You Have Victim Mentality?

For some, trauma can lead to a mindset known as victim mentality. While life certainly brings real difficulties, a pattern of seeing oneself primarily as a victim can prevent growth, strain relationships, and impact mental health.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

November 21, 2024

What is Somatic Therapy?

Unlike traditional talk therapy, which primarily involves verbal processing, somatic therapy integrates body-centered techniques, helping you recognize and release physical responses linked to trauma, anxiety, and other stress-related issues.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

November 14, 2024

Human Connection in the Digital Age

We live in a world where staying connected has never been easier. Despite this, many report feeling more disconnected than ever. The paradox is clear: although we’re constantly “connected” online, true connection seems to be lacking. Technology may have undeniable benefits, but it makes human connection and face-to-face interaction more important than ever for our mental and emotional well-being.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

November 7, 2024

Understanding Rejection Sensitivity and RSD

Rejection is something we all experience at different points in our lives. Whether it's a failed job application, unreciprocated romantic feelings, or criticism from a colleague, rejection is part of being human. For some people, however, the fear of rejection feels far more intense and can significantly affect their emotional well-being and relationships.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

October 31, 2024

Are You Conflict Avoidant?

Conflict is a natural part of life, but for many people, the idea of confronting it head-on can feel uncomfortable (or even terrifying!). Instead of addressing disagreements or difficult conversations, they avoid them altogether—often with the hope that the issue will simply go away.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

October 24, 2024

Understanding Gaslighting

Gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation where one person tries to make another question their reality, leading to confusion, self-doubt, and emotional distress. Whether it happens in a romantic relationship, in a friendship, at work, or even within families, gaslighting can cause significant harm to a person’s mental well-being.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

October 17, 2024

The Danger of Self-Diagnosis Through Social Media

Social media has opened up important conversations around mental health and raised awareness, but there is a downside—many people, especially adolescents and young adults, are using this information to self-diagnose. Mental health awareness is important, but it’s equally important to remember that social media is not a substitute for professional evaluation.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

October 10, 2024