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The Transition from College Athlete to Working Professional
Paige Thompson
The Transition from College Athlete to Working Professional
Paige Thompson

For college athletes, the transition from the world of collegiate sports to the professional working world can be both exciting and challenging. Read on to hear about some things one might experience transitioning away from being a student-athlete and into the working world as a young adult.

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Coping with Pregnancy Anxiety
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Coping with Pregnancy Anxiety
Paige Thompson

It is normal for expecting mothers to feel anxious during this significant time in their lives with the upcoming life changes in addition to the hormonal and physical changes occurring in their body. Sometimes the anxiety might reach levels where it feels distressing or too much. This is not uncommon and there are tools, resources, and support available.

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Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Disordered Eating
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Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Disordered Eating
Paige Thompson

In a world consumed by diet culture, disordered eating can silently infiltrate the lives of individuals, affecting their physical and emotional health. The earlier one can identify disordered eating, the quicker someone can gain insight into their behaviors, access support and prevent worsening of symptoms. Here are some things to look out for:

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Birth Trauma: Prevalence and Tips for Recovery</a>
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Birth Trauma: Prevalence and Tips for Recovery
Paige Thompson

For some mothers, the joyful experience of bringing a life into this world can be marred by birth trauma. Birth trauma refers to deeply distressing experiences during childbirth that may leave individuals feeling overwhelmed, frightened, and often betrayed by their bodies and/or healthcare providers. It can result from a variety of factors. Learn more about it and how to cope

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Navigating Postpartum Rage</a>
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Navigating Postpartum Rage
Paige Thompson

The postpartum period can come with a range of complex emotions, including something that is often unspoken and misunderstood: postpartum rage. In this blog post, we will explore the topic of postpartum rage with compassion, empathy, and support, providing insights, coping strategies, and resources to help navigate this challenging aspect of motherhood.

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Understanding the Spectrum of Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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Understanding the Spectrum of Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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Eating Disorders are complex mental illnesses that present in many ways. They are emotional disorders that involve a variety of associated behaviors. I hope to provide some basic starting points to foster greater understanding and empathy:

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Signs of Perinatal and Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders</a>
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Signs of Perinatal and Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Paige Thompson

Becoming a mother can be a transformative and joyous experience, but it can also bring about a range of emotions and challenges. Did you know that up to 20% of new mothers can experience clinically significant postpartum mental health issues?

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Barriers in Pursuing Eating Disorder Recovery&nbsp;</a>
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Barriers in Pursuing Eating Disorder Recovery 
Paige Thompson

Maybe you have known you haven’t had the best relationship with food and your body but are hesitant to take action steps to shift that relationship. Maybe you know someone who seems to struggle with an eating disorder and are confused about why they struggle to make changes. There are many reasons. Here are a few possibilities:

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Student-Athletes’ Mental Health</a>
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Student-Athletes’ Mental Health
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Athletes are human beings first and we need to value their overall well-being including their mental health

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How to Support a Loved One with an Eating Disorder</a>
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How to Support a Loved One with an Eating Disorder
Paige Thompson

Have you ever wondered how to support a loved one struggling with an eating disorder? Here are some concrete steps you can take to support your loved one and yourself through this time.

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