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Expressing Yourself On Social Media Boosts Mental Health And Helps Your Fellow Nurses

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Did you know that social media is a nurse’s “secret” weapon to reduce stress and anxiety? Expressing yourself on social media is one way to boost your mental health so that you feel more energized in the classroom, work environment, and hospital. Social Media Benefits Mental Health You have a lot on your plate if […].

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A Cry for Help: The Day I Helped a Caller in Crisis

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She told me she had been diagnosed with mental health conditions a long time ago, but the medications were not helping. I realized mental health shouldn’t be stigmatized. And when caring for someone with a mental health condition, see the person, not the condition. Submit your story today!

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My Patients Taught Me Why Empathy Is an Asset

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Today, I’m a college professor, board-certified in psychiatric and mental health nursing, and have over three decades of experience. I share my stories with my students so they can understand that nursing — just like life — is a journey. Share your nurse story with your colleagues.

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A Nurse’s Journey Through Grief, Action, and Story Sharing

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Q: You’ve recently brought attention to maternal mental health and related standards of care. As a nurse, you do have that moment of, “How did her suffering go unnoticed , ” and then, driven by my background in quality improvement I wanted to know, “What action is being taken to address this?”. What led you here?

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As a Nursing Instructor I See How COVID-19 Affects Students

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Working as a psychiatric nursing instructor is not always easy. Mental health has many negative connotations in today’s society depending on whom you ask about it. On the first day of class, I always ask my students about their feelings on the upcoming mental health component of their learning, and their responses vary.

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Nurses on Tiktok Use Their Creativity to Entertain and Educate

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I always mention that social media has its pros and cons but also can have its dangers too — danger to mental health and safety especially,” she said. Ultimately whatever you post online can become your reputation, which can also affect your mental health.”. Predators download videos within seconds of posting.

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A Nurse’s Journey Through Grief, Action, and Story Sharing

Nurse.com

Q: You’ve recently brought attention to maternal mental health and related standards of care. As a nurse, you do have that moment of, “How did her suffering go unnoticed , ” and then, driven by my background in quality improvement I wanted to know, “What action is being taken to address this?”. What led you here?