What is the bystander effect, and why does it occur? by Alexandra Cromer, LPC | Jun 5, 2023 | Mental Health Topics, Psychology There’s an old woman sitting on a bench, sobbing loudly into her hands. Surrounding her are countless people: a man sitting on the bench next to her, a few people standing at a nearby bus stop, and many walking right by. While some clearly notice the distressed woman, nobody asks…
Are you worried about a loved one and where their life is headed? by Taylor Bennett | Nov 16, 2018 | Mental Health Topics, Relationships If your loved one is engaging in troublesome behavior—perhaps they’re drinking a lot or turning into a workaholic—it’s normal to be wholly concerned. And while you might not be able to force them to make a change, you don’t have to sit idly by either; you can take a few…
Be Proactive—Help Hurricane Irma Victims Now by Taylor Bennett | Sep 8, 2017 | Community, Mental Health Topics Hurricane Harvey was unrelenting—its intensity shocked meteorologists and left thousands displaced from their homes and their families. Now, as Texas is just beginning cleanup and restoration efforts, another hurricane is rolling in and threatening to ambush yet another US state: Florida. Hurricane Irma, which means war goddess in German (yikes),…
What you need to know about anorexia before you help someone who has it by Jon Negroni | Dec 4, 2013 | Eating Disorders, Mental Health Topics If someone you know is struggling with the hazardous effects of Anorexia or a related eating disorder, here are some key things to know. Anorexia Nervosa is a prominent eating disorder that is usually found in young women during puberty, as well as men in some cases. The disease is…