Budget cuts and restructuring are a normal part of business, regardless of the industry. Even in a strong economy, skilled workers may find their jobs on the chopping block. Layoffs bring a wave of emotions, from feelings of betrayal, sadness, and disappointment, not to mention the panic someone experiences when they ... Read More
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover is an Atlanta-based writer, editor, and author of two books with publishing houses. She has degrees from Yale College and Princeton Theological Seminary.
From Drugs and Alcohol to Star Student and Campus Leader – Mason Collie’s Journey to Win the 2023 Hope for Healing Scholarship
Updated May 23, 2024 21-year-old Mason Collie has come a long way in just a few years. At the age of 17, his struggles with drugs and alcohol had escalated to a point where he was facing potential legal consequences as a result of his actions. Today, the future looks bright for the undergraduate recipient of the ... Read More
What Experts Say About the Importance of Community to Mental Health
In what ways is community valuable to mental health? Conversely, how are social isolation and loneliness harmful to a person’s psychological wellbeing? Questions like these have prompted a flurry of study in the last decade by major research institutions across the country. What scientists have found is that, whereas ... Read More
A Stimulating Tour of Hollywood Depictions of ADHD
When it comes to conditions like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, representation in the media matters. Seeing mental conditions portrayed on television can go a long way in confronting stigmas, making intimidating diagnoses a little less scary, and empowering people to seek professional ... Read More
Should You Be in a Relationship if You Have Mental Health Issues?
Romantic relationships can be a lot—especially early on. Even when things are going well, both people have to figure out how to talk things through, make compromises and deal with disagreements without turning every little thing into a disaster. And if someone’s also managing a mental health condition, adding a new ... Read More
How Alcohol Impacts Diabetes
Despite its prevalence in this country—one in 10 Americans have the condition—diabetes remains poorly understood. Even less awareness surrounds the relationship between diabetes and alcohol. This article will take a closer look at how alcohol impacts diabetes and provide an overview of what those affected need to ... Read More
How to Help Someone with Anxiety
Anxiety is among the most common mental illnesses, with nearly one in five of the nation's adult population living with some form of this disorder. Despite the fact that it's highly treatable, only about a third of people ever receive formal treatment. Whether or not someone is receiving professional treatment for ... Read More
When a Loved One Has Anxiety: A Reading List for Family Members
More than 40 million Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder. It can cripple their lives, rob them of joy, and jeopardize jobs, families, relationships, and futures. Yet, anxiety can alert us that something's wrong, out of kilter, or off-track. The key for those who struggle with anxiety or family members eager to ... Read More
