Giving your Profile an Update
Maybe you’ve already noticed that some folks have images beside their nicknames here on the SOVA website. We want everyone to be able to have a photo there! Remember something that will not identify...
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I know what it’s like down here.
Sometimes we share with folks our struggles and pain. In response, sometimes we get the shoulder we need to cry on, sometimes we get the understanding nod, sometimes we get the dreaded statements that...
Confidentiality during Mental Health Treatment
A big worry about talking to a therapist is: your privacy. Will the therapist tell anyone else all of my business? The short answer is no, unless you or someone else is in danger....
From the desk of Kid President
“You’re going to do so much. But it’s not about what you do. It’s about who you are. And you? You’re awesome. You were made that way. You were made from love, to be...
Draw a nebula
If you are having a rough day, try distracting yourself by focusing your attention on something else. Click on this link to draw a nebula like the one here: Drawing is a tool you can...
Why Getting Treatment Can Improve Your Overall Health
While you may know that getting treatment for depression and anxiety can help with emotional regulation, did you know that it can also greatly benefit your physical health? The info. In a recent research...
Yik Yak: Let’s Talk about Depression, Anxiety, and Suicide
College years are a big transition for everybody, so anxiety and depression are not uncommon among undergraduates. Yik Yak is an app that’s popular among college kids and it is well known for being...
US Reachout
US ReachOut is a great website to learn more about a variety of issues like anxiety, stress, and managing relationships. There are a lot of great personal stories to read, and even a discussion...
Antidepressants
Depression can be a very difficult thing to live with. Luckily, there ways get the help and support you need to get better. One option is taking antidepressant drugs, which are designed to treat...
Finding a Mental Health Professional
Starting to look for a mental health professional may seem overwhelming at first. Someone may refer or suggest you to someone, or your parents may set up an appointment after talking to another professional....
