Mental Health Good News

Stories about people and organizations making a difference for mental health — and fighting the stigma around mental health

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Meet the Ukrainian Refugee Psychologists Providing Mental Health Care To Their Peers

A group of refugee psychologists is caring for the mental health of Ukrainian refugees — a position they were once in and are uniquely qualified to serve.
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This Car Dealership Drives Therapy Dogs To Folks In Need of Mental Health Support

Employees at a Subaru dealership in Las Vegas are going the extra mile and training their own dogs as therapy dogs to serve the community.
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Ultimate List: 1100+ Hobbies To Try

Find four hobbies you love: One to make you money, one to keep you in shape, one to be creative, and one to make the world a better place.
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Good News: Indian Girl Gamers Fight Keyboard Warriors and Online Abuse

Women advance in India's fast-growing gaming world but risk rape threats, abuse, and low prize money for all their progress.
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41 Countries Implement Mental Health & Resiliency Training for Healthcare Workers

This mental health and resiliency training has reached over 100,000 healthcare workers across the globe.
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89 Hobbies for Women To Explore & Enjoy

There’s a gender gap when it comes to hobbies and leisure time. That’s why we've compiled this list of hobbies for women — to help you relax, have fun, and feel good.
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New 'Hygiene Locator' Connects People with Soap, Deodorant, Tampons — for Free

A first-of-its-kind 'hygiene locator' is making it easier for people to find free hygiene supplies near them.
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111 Fun Things To Do When You're Bored

Bored out of your mind? Need something to pass the time? This list of ideas of things to do when you’re bored will surely include something for you.
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Good News This Week: June 26, 2023 - Reefs, Haircuts, & Weddings

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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42 Best Books On Disabilities Curated by a Disability Activist

Explore books that thoughtfully center people with disabilities — across genres like fiction, nonfiction, romance, YA, and children’s books. Plus, our author’s list of must-read books.
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This Texas Salon Provides Free Gender-Affirming Haircuts

Acute Salon in Fort Worth, Texas, provides free and sliding-scale hair appointments for the queer and trans community.
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101 Best Compliments That Reach Beyond the Surface

Celebrate the people in your life by tapping into the underestimated power of compliments with our curated list, crafted to uplift, inspire, and create connections.
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