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Causes of Suicide in South Asians

By MySahana / May 18, 2011 / Comments Off on Causes of Suicide in South Asians

With India having one of the highest suicide rates in the world, the importance of understanding the causes of suicide attempts cannot be understated. If you have lost someone in your life from suicide, you know the heart wrenching devastation […]

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Spinach Breakfast Scramble

By MySahana / May 17, 2011 / Comments Off on Spinach Breakfast Scramble

Why is spinach good for your mental health? Why are there recipes on the MySahana website? Photo and Recipe provided by Everyday Bites. 6 eggs 4 strips bacon, fried onion spinach

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Emotion Suppression: Effects on Mental and Physical Health

By MySahana / May 16, 2011 / Comments Off on Emotion Suppression: Effects on Mental and Physical Health

Sometimes when we experience a trauma such as a car accident, witnessing violence or abuse, our minds protect ourselves by shutting off our emotions. The same way our pain receptors shut off to manage intense pain, our mind suppresses strong, […]

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Story of South Asian Mental Health Stigma

By MySahana / May 13, 2011 / Comments Off on Story of South Asian Mental Health Stigma

Iman sat nervously across from her two closest friends. She was so nervous her leg was shaking and her breath was so shallow she thought she might pass out. “Iman, are you ok?” her friend Shazia asked. “You look really […]

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Ohlone College Health Fair 4/20/11

By MySahana / May 12, 2011 / Comments Off on Ohlone College Health Fair 4/20/11
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South Asian Relationships: Six Steps To Prevent Arguments

By MySahana / May 11, 2011 / Comments Off on South Asian Relationships: Six Steps To Prevent Arguments

Having a conversation about a difficult topic can bring up a lot of anxiety in both partners. If there is already a history of difficult conversations ending in argument, partners get into a cycle of avoiding sensitive topics, creating a […]

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