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Minority stress refers to the idea that individuals in minority groups face certain stressors due to their identity, in addition to ones that everyone must handle, that compound with everyday problems that worsen their health and well-being (French, 2024). Individuals from minority groups generally experience worse mental health outcomes than those from majority groups.
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In today’s society, we are surrounded by “diet culture” everywhere we go. Diet culture is a set of beliefs that prioritizes appearance over health and wellbeing (Kennedy, 2024). This belief often results in environments where foods are labeled “good” or “bad.”
In past years, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health care has changed significantly. There are no longer just in-person therapy sessions but also virtual therapy sessions, better known as telehealth.
Mental health struggles, much like physical health problems, are often something that requires the help of a professional. However, mental health professionals (MHPs) are often treated differently than medical doctors by society and clients.
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the world (World Health Organization [WHO], 2025b). The two most common types of depression are major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder.
Diversity is often talked about in gender, culture, and socioeconomic conversations. However, neurological differences such as ADHD, autism and dyslexia are being seen as the combination of human genes and environmental factors.
Neuro-Ecological Diversity is taking this concept further. The human brain is constantly rebuilding its structure based on our environment. This process is known as neuroplasticity and it allows the brain to reset itself by forming new connections throughout life (Kreber, n.d.). However, when the connections are formed and defined by trauma, the reset can become survival-focused and can change how the person sees the world. This is most often seen in Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental health disorder that results from long term exposure to traumatic situations such as child abuse or domestic violence.
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