Blog – Medens Health

The Connection Between Self-Compassion and Mental Health

Self-compassion is a crucial element of mental well-being that involves treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding you would offer to a friend. This practice can foster resilience, reduce anxiety, and improve overall life satisfaction, so it’s worth exploring!

Erin Kerns Vazquez

June 6, 2024

The Mental Health Impact of Media Overload

Since the emergence of the 24-hour news cycle, our society has gotten increasingly addicted to media consumption. Media outlets have learned that more sensational coverage results in more (and more addicted) viewers, so they do their best to keep us hooked. However, this continuous influx of news can significantly impact mental health, leading to increased stress and anxiety.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

May 30, 2024

How to Start Meditating

In recent decades, modern science has caught up with the ancient practice of meditation, measuring and quantifying its numerous psychological and physical effects. These days, meditation has taken its rightful place as a key practice for supporting mental health and overall well-being. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, enhance concentration, or simply find a moment of peace, meditation offers profound benefits.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

May 23, 2024

How to Support Your Mental Health After Being Laid Off

The sudden loss of a job can be profoundly destabilizing, both financially and emotionally. Those who are laid off often have to jump into a desperate job hunt, undergoing uncertainty and financial stress. It's all too easy to let your mental health fall to the wayside, but taking care of yourself is the best thing you can do as you navigate this period.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

May 16, 2024

Incels: A Symptom of the Male Mental Health Crisis

The term "incel," short for "involuntary celibate," refers to a community that has gained notoriety through its online presence. More and more men are identifying with incel culture, leading to concerning ideology and behavior. While it’s tempting to write incels off as an extremist group, taking a closer look at this subculture raises important issues within male mental health.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

May 9, 2024

How to Handle Anxiety in Teenagers

Most adults remember their teenage years as being, well… challenging. Acne, academics, crushes, life decisions, and peer opinions are a lot to juggle, not to mention puberty, so it’s only natural for teens to feel anxious sometimes. While a certain level of stress and worry is normal during the teenage years, excessive anxiety can hinder an adolescent's ability to function and grow.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

May 2, 2024

Mental Health Discrimination in the Workplace

Although the landscape of mental health in the workplace is evolving, many employees still find themselves facing mental health discrimination. This form of discrimination can be very subtle, undermining a person's professional life, mental health, finances, and overall well-being. If you believe you may be experiencing mental health discrimination at work, read this post for help recognizing this form of discrimination and knowing your rights.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

April 25, 2024

How to Cope With Being Disliked

At some point in life, we all face the uncomfortable reality of being disliked by someone, especially in environments where we must interact regularly with a group of people not of our choosing, such as at work. This feeling is universally challenging due to our innate desire for acceptance—a trait deeply rooted in our survival instincts. When someone you have to see daily isn't your biggest fan, it can feel particularly taxing. However, bending over backward to change their mind is NOT the answer.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

April 18, 2024