SOVA Blog

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Be Positive

Let’s Keep Talking

There is a bracelet that I wear everyday that reads, “You are enough.” Anytime I am feeling down or worry that I am going to fall back into the darkness, I just look down,...

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LINKS

Links to Useful Websites

Here are some useful links to try! We’ve written about some of these on the site. If you have any other that aren’t on the list – let us know. National Alliance of Mental...

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Social Media Guide

What to do if you are cyberbullied?

Adults are not the only ones who can take action against cyberbullying or communicating false, embarrassing, or hostile information online.  Together, adolescents with adults can do something. However, first it is important to note ssome...

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Educate Yourself

Judgement

JUDGEMENT  It’s a big word, and something no one wants to experience, especially from their health care provider. It might be even worse when it comes from your mental health care provider (e.g., therapist,...

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Be Positive

Journaling for Growth

According to an article published on Psychcentral.com there are many positive health benefits to keeping a journal and writing in it at least once a day. For example, previous research findings support the idea that...

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LINKS

Sleep Cycle

As a college student who suffered from insomnia, it has been a tough fight for me to show up and pay attention in class. I tried all of the resources that my school offered:...

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Educate Yourself

Communication Tips

We found a great article about how to have more effective communication, not just with your parents, but with everyone (e.g., friends, peers, colleagues, partners). Why this resource is helpful: It gives advice on good communication,...