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Representation in Cosmetics: Exploring the Cosmetic Industry’s Impact on Women’s Self-Acceptance
Beauty standards have always influenced the way women perceive themselves. During the Renaissance, beautiful women were portrayed to have soft
The Impact of Social Media on Self-Esteem in Young Women
Social media has become a significant part of young women’s lives, offering ways to connect, find community, and learn new
From Struggle to Strength: Healing and Embracing Chemo Curls After Cancer
Unfortunately, one of the most common diseases can be the most destructive; cancer is known as the rapid and uncontrolled
Pomegranates, A Woman’s Fruit?
Originating in the Middle East and northern India, and grown widely across central/south Asia and the Mediterranean, pomegranates have always
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Bio-Hacking Our Nervous System: Starting Our Day Right
Most of us are desperate for just a few more minutes of sleep, but let’s be honest, you’re already awake
Suicide Prevention: Identifying Risks and Finding Help
With the growing presence of social media, bullying (whether online or off), and other stressors, surround the lives of the
The Argument for Intermittent Fasting for Women
Health is an important topic on many women’s minds. One aspect of health is weight management. Obesity, according to the
Inside the Dangerous Recesses of the “Perfect Victim” Trope
Perfect victims don’t exist. However, society parrots the idea that women who experience sexual assault must adhere to a certain
Factors Leading To Depression In Women
Depression has become an extremely common health condition over the years for everyone in America. This includes teens and adults
Understanding and Overcoming the Tendency to Take Things Personally
Taking things personally is an irrational thought pattern that assumes people’s behaviors, words, and actions are targeted at you. It
Hormone Waves: Navigating Women’s Emotional Tides
Hormones play a significant role in women's mental health. These secretions influence mood, emotions, and overall psychological well-being. They occur
Emotional and Physical Effects of Miscarriage
Miscarriage is often described as the unexpected end of a pregnancy during the first 20 weeks of the gestation period.
Making Survivors Feel Comfortable with Natural Processes
A traumatic experience such as sexual violence can drastically affect people’s lives. Even if a traumatic experience occurred during childhood,
The Green Drink Scam: Is AG1 Worth the Buy?
Green drink ‘superfood’ powders have taken the US by storm with the supposed ability to act as a multivitamin, a
Welcoming New Life Into the World
Infants can be born in diverse ways. In the United States, vaginal delivery and C-section, also known as Cesarean birth,
Stigmas Surrounding Postpartum Maternal Health
Welcoming new life into the world can be a major life milestone and the start of a new chapter. Socio-cultural
Image-Based Abuse: Sexual Harassment in the Age of the Internet
Image-based abuse (IBA), otherwise known as “revenge porn”, is one of the consequences that arose during the age of the
A Click Way: What We Know About Online Porn Addiction
I recently stumbled upon a YouTube video, where the YouTuber delved into the reasons behind men's and women's apparent disinterest
Debunking Period Myths
Periods. The natural bodily function experienced by half of our world’s population.[9] Yet, why does the word “period” itself evoke
Understanding PCOS: Risks and Changes Over the Ages
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) impacts approximately 10% of females and is a lifelong condition. It can be diagnosed in adolescence
The Miraculous Journey of Labor and Delivery
For many young women, the thought of labor and delivery has always been daunting…but the journey is truly astounding, and
Silent Killers: The Lethal Consequences of Health Misinformation
Misinformation is defined as information that is inaccurate, misleading, or false and deliberately intended to deceive. According to the current
Tampons and Toxic Shock Syndrome: Understanding the Risks and Best Practices
What exactly is toxic shock syndrome, and why does the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) enforce a warning on tampon
Healing Survivors of Violence Through Storytelling and Creative Arts
Storytelling and creative arts can be powerful tools to promote awareness, healing, and empathy surrounding critical global issues, including violence.
Menopause: A Guide
Women of all ages feel the effects of the menstrual cycle; at a young age, women start to experience cramps,
Visits to the Gynecologist Among Teenagers and Young Women
Many teenagers and young women opt out of pap smears and mammograms, but are visits to the gynecologist still essential
The Impact of Breast Cancer on Women
Breast cancer is more than a medical condition; it's an experience that affects millions of women around the globe. While
Premenstrual Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms and Their Meanings
Premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, is a term associated with the symptoms a woman experiences in the days leading up to
Understanding and Managing Intimate Pain
When a woman experiences pain during intercourse, the condition is known as dyspareunia. In the United States, the prevalence of
Understanding Menopause and Osteoporosis: What’s The Link and What Can You Do?
Understanding Menopause and Osteoporosis: What's The Link and What Can You Do? Emily Bergin January 2024 What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis
Breaking the Silence: Navigating Vaginismus with Understanding and Empowerment
Is penetrative sex with your partner impossible because attempting it feels like “hitting a wall”? Have you never been able
It’s More Than “Just a Pinch”
It's More Than "Just a Pinch" Lisa Samy January 2024 Hysteria. It’s a word that has stigmatized women throughout the
Changing Tides: Prioritizing Mental Health for a Brighter Tomorrow
It is no secret that we are in the midst of a mental health crisis. Over the last decade, there
How Does the Weather Affect Your Mood?
Have you ever found yourself feeling happy on a sunny day, and gloomier on a cloudy day? Well, you are
Postpartum Depression Through the Sociological Lens
Postpartum Depression Through the Sociological Lens Lula Dalupang January 2024 Among the excitement and celebrations of childbirth, there are lesser