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Read articles from the clinicians at WPA Therapy on anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, grief, relationships, and more.


What Happens After a Suicide Attempt: Supporting Your Loved One’s Recovery
When a loved one attempts suicide, it can feel like your whole world has turned upside down in an instant. You might feel a mix of shock, sadness, disbelief, guilt, and relief that your loved one is still here. You might replay past events in your head, scanning for warning signs you could have missed.

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Sep 254 min read


Why Men Don’t Ask for Help (And What We Can Do About It)
June is Men’s Mental Health month, a time for us to reflect on the mental health needs and struggles of men. Of course, people of all genders struggle with mental health issues, but Men’s Mental Health Month is a time to highlight that many men struggle silently with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and loneliness.

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Jun 115 min read


How Therapy Helps People With Depression
October is Depression Awareness Month, a time dedicated to breaking mental health stigma and helping more people recognize the impact of living with depression. Millions of people experience depression each year, yet it often goes unnoticed or misunderstood.

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Oct 9, 20254 min read


How Therapy Supports Suicide Prevention for Teens
Depression in teens is a serious and growing concern, and it’s closely linked to the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Therapy can play a critical role in suicide prevention, yet mental health stigma often gets in the way. Teens may feel ashamed or reluctant to ask for help, and parents may fear what it means if their child needs therapy, worrying that it suggests something is “wrong” with their kid.

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Sep 15, 20254 min read


What is Self-Harm? Self-Harm Facts, Myths, and How to Stop Self-Harming
March 1 is Self-Injury Awareness Day (SIAD)—a day dedicated to raising awareness about self-harm, reducing stigma, and encouraging people to

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Mar 10, 20254 min read


Suicide Prevention for Families: What You Can Do to Support Youth Mental Health
During National Suicide Prevention Month-learn how families can support youth mental health by recognizing signs and fostering open dialogue

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Sep 10, 20244 min read


My Child is Being Bullied: What Should I Do?
If your child has come to you and told you they’re being bullied, or even if you just suspect that your kid is being bullied, you might feel at a loss for what to do. How can parents support their children without undermining their child’s own coping and problem-solving skills? In this article, we answer that question and more. We review some of the research and definitions of bullying, and talk about some of the mental health impacts of bullying. Read on to learn more. What

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Oct 3, 20224 min read
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