The Mighty
Health
19 Ridiculous Things About My Chronic Pain I’m Tired of Hearing
“I understand, I broke my leg once.”
Mental Health
29 Different Ways I Let Others Know I Have Anxiety
-Insert obvious excuse to get out of a social situation-
Mental Health
25 Different Ways People Have Expressed Having Depression
It's not always as easy as just saying "I'm depressed."
Mental Health
5 Meaningful Ways to Help Someone With Depression
A guide to showing you care instead of relying on “I’m sorry.”
Health
18 Things Not to Say to Someone With Chronic Illness
Even well-intended comments can be hurtful.
Mental Health
How My Phone Anxiety Affects My Life
The number you are trying to reach is not in service, please don’t call again later.
Health
How I Found Out I Had a Hormonal Imbalance
“I began having heavy, heavy, heavy menstrual periods and a very short cycle.”
Relationships
What It’s Like Dating a Person With a Chronic Illness
A love letter to my boyfriend living with Crohn’s disease.
Relationships
26 Little Ways to Make Dating Easier If You Have Anxiety
Date night doesn’t need to equal stress night.
Mental Health
Your Mental Illness Does Not Make You Unlovable
"All I want, all I truly want, is someone just to love me through it."
Mental Health
This is What It's Like to Have a Skin-Picking Disorder
“If you ever want a glimpse into what is going on in my head, take a look at my hands.”
Nutrition
Men, You Need to Talk About Your Mental Health
It took me a long time to accept that I wasn’t quite right .”
Mental Health
The 4 Words My Therapist Said That I Will Never Forget
"Four words, 23 letters and an infinite impact."
Mental Health
What You May Not Realize About Your Friend Who 'Sleeps Too Much’
Does this sound familiar?
Mental Health
I Have an Eating Disorder and This Is How the Holidays Make Me Feel
“Even when it appears I’m handling things really well, I’m still fighting the disordered thoughts.”
Mental Health
20 People Who Lost a Loved One to Suicide on How They Cope Over the Holidays
"There is no right or wrong way to feel right now…"
Mental Health
How to Maintain Your Mental Health When the Holiday Season Wears You Down
Don’t feel bad for feeling bad.
Mental Health
How to Be a Good Friend to Someone With Depression
"It's like wanting someone to call then being too afraid to answer."
Mental Health
The Article I Wish I’d Found When I Googled 'Thinking About Suicide'
“It’s OK to tell your parents you’re not 'great' when they call.”
Sexual Health + Identity
10 Couples Get REAL About Painful Sex
“You need to accept your partners needs too."