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Love is a powerful force that binds us together, but it’s no secret that relationships can be challenging, especially for Latinx couples in Chicago. Cultural dynamics, societal pressures, and the process of acculturation can create unique obstacles that strain the fabric of relationships. However, there is hope. Couples therapy offers
Following the 2016 election, Latinx children have shown higher levels of anxiety and depression compared to their non-Latinx peers due to political turmoil. This, in turn, according to UniodosUS’s Deputy Director of Research Patricia Foxen, has exposed Latinx youth to “profound hostility, bullying, and overt xenophobia in schools and other
In the Latinx community, it’s not uncommon to neglect your own mental health in favor of your work or family responsibilities—especially when there’s already a negative stigma surrounding mental health. However, when you’re suffering from trauma, the physical and psychological effects can easily become life-consuming, making maintaining those responsibilities overwhelming.
Trauma can come in different sizes and forms by experiencing or witnessing a life-changing event. At least 50% of adults and up to 40% of children experience a traumatic event once in their lifetime. Whether that trauma comes in the form of a car crash, the loss of a loved
When suffering from panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, or uncontrolled worries, it can be hard to overcome these issues. While it may seem impossible to work on these struggles, it is important to know that there are professionals and resources that can help you turn your mental health around. There are
The Latinx community is the fastest-growing minority group in the United States and the fastest-growing group in Chicago. The prevalence of mental health disorders among Latinx, however, is higher than among other racial or ethnic groups in the United States, according to findings from a survey by the Substance Abuse
Having depression can be challenging, and a person going through it will feel quite alone if help isn’t there. It is where having some emotional support can help immensely in this regard. If you have a partner, a family member, or a close friend who is undergoing depression, then educating
Merging Your Collectivistic Roots with an Individualistic Society Growing up, it’s likely that your mother and father—and your Abuela, Tio, and older primo—spoke of the importance of family, of supporting each other, and of staying united. La familia es todo, they would say—and repeat—sometimes sounding reminiscent of a direct warning.
Everyone experiences anxiety, some more than others. When anxiety begins to interfere with your daily life and activities, it is important to look into seeing a Chicago anxiety therapist. When you start to see a therapist, you will be offered a wide variety of treatment options to best address your
