When Violence Strikes at Home: Facing the Unseen Battles
“Her white sari was spattered with blood, her own. Her hands were held up in self defense as a voiceless scream filled the small space.
Battling Moral OCD with Running: How Both Almost Killed Me (And What Actually Saved Me)
“Run for your life,” they say. Trigger Warning: Scrupulosity The Story of a Goody Two Shoes Kid Growing up, I was known as a quiet,
Are you a Fixer Parent? When Helping Hurts
Child:“I just feel down all the time.” Parent:“Feel down? What’s there to feel down about? You have a good life. We’ve sacrificed so much to
Devastating Impacts of Mental Health Stigma on South Asian lives
It was a beautiful, sunny day, yet I felt a chill when I heard the devastating news. A young, accomplished South Asian woman, a mother
How Suicide Stigma Impacts Individuals and Communities
The world is making strides in recognizing the importance of mental well-being, but much more remains to be done. Shockingly, it is estimated that 700,000
Make Your Dollars Count Now in Supporting South Asian Mental Health Awareness
Rcoz was launched with a simple yet profound mission: to give back to our community by providing the most precious gift—mental well-being. We believe that
Breaking Down Mental Health Misconceptions: What is the Real Truth?
Nearly 34% of adults with a mental illness don’t seek out treatment due to concerns about what others may think of them. Mental wellbeing is
How Did a Teenage Girl Overcome Gender Bias in STEM?
As a teenage girl passionate about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), I’ve encountered and overcome my fair share of challenges. From subtle remarks to
An Asian American Youth’s Eye-opening Journey Around Major Depression
Five years from Ignorance to Denial to Understanding….. COVID-lockdown began, which meant minimum responsibility and maximum freedom at home for eighth-graders, including myself. Despite the