Mente Blog
Understanding & Supporting Children with Depression
What if a child's sadness is more than just a rough day? Children can experience depression just like adults, but the signs often show up differently in young people. Identifying childhood depression early and knowing how to guide your child through it is crucial...
Ensuring Quality Care in Mental Health Services
Everyone deserves access to mental health services that truly understand their needs. Yet, for many, finding care that respects their cultural background and lived experiences can be a challenge. Quality therapy isn't just about providing support; it's about...
Exploring Careers and Opportunities with a Master of Social Work Degree
If you’re considering or currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at the University of Washington or Seattle University, you’re embarking on a journey that opens doors to a wide range of rewarding opportunities. Social work is a field built on...
How Diet and Nutrition Affects Your Child’s Mental Health
When we think about nutrition, we often focus on physical well-being, but a child's diet plays a critical role in their mental health too. Nutrition impacts brain development, emotional stability, and mood regulation, directly influencing how children cope with...
A Guide to Help Support Your Child’s Mental Health
When a child faces mental health struggles, it can be hard to spot the signs. Unlike adults, children often express anxiety or depression in subtle ways, making it easy for concerns to go unnoticed. As a parent, caregiver, or family member, it’s normal to feel...
Understanding Gender Identity: Supporting Your Transgender Child
When a child begins to question their gender identity, it can feel like you're stepping into uncharted territory. It’s natural to have questions, worries, and hopes for your child's future. But remember, your love and acceptance can make all the difference in their...
Be An Ally: Ways to Support Your LGBTQ+ Child
Coming out can be one of the most vulnerable moments in a child's life. For parents, it’s a time to listen, learn, and support with compassion. Your response matters because it can shape your child's confidence and mental health for years to come. In this guide,...
How to Deal With Anxiety in the Morning
Waking up to a new day should ideally fill us with a sense of possibility. However, for many, mornings are a time when anxiety peaks, casting a shadow over what could be a fresh start. Morning anxiety, characterized by an increase in stress and worry upon waking,...
How to Cope with Race-Related Stress
Race-related stress is a complex and often deeply personal issue that's rooted in cultural disconnects or community tensions. It can manifest in various ways, from feelings of isolation to pressure within multicultural environments. For those grappling with these...
Exploring gender identity, is this a crisis?
We live in a world where labels often seem to be everywhere. Yet, when it comes to something as deeply personal as gender identity, it's essential to look beyond labels and understand the individual journey unfolding. For many parents, caregivers, and friends,...
