by PEERS | Dec 20, 2023 | Media Alerts
By Leah Harris If you’re feeling lonely during the holidays, you’re not alone, and this simple practice might help Americans are said to suffer from an epidemic of loneliness, which can be amplified during the holiday season with its emphasis on family gatherings and...
by PEERS | Nov 21, 2023 | Media Alerts
By Leah Harris It’s been over a month since the Israel-Hamas war began, and the onslaught of news and traumatic images has been taking a major toll on mental health for many. This impact is greatly magnified for those who have a personal connection to the unfolding...
by PEERS | Apr 11, 2023 | Media Alerts
By Leah Harris This month, you may see references to both “Autism Acceptance Month” and “Autism Awareness Month.” What’s the story behind these dueling months? “Autism Awareness Month” was started by advocacy groups led by non-autistic people and researchers, whose...
by PEERS | Mar 14, 2023 | Media Alerts
By Leah Harris During Black History and Black Futures Month in February, Massachusetts-based Wildflower Alliance, in collaboration with New Life II in Connecticut, launched a live and virtual exhibit entitled Black Movement History Leaders, Past and Present. The...
by PEERS | Feb 2, 2023 | Media Alerts
By Leah Harris There’s intense social pressure, especially around the time of New Year’s, to set goals to be better, grind harder, be more efficient, and ever-healthier and more well. In recent years, many are wisely beginning to revolt against New Year’s resolutions...
by PEERS | Dec 9, 2022 | Media Alerts
By Leah Harris CW: fatphobia, body shaming The holidays can be stressful for all kinds of reasons. Parties and social interactions can be rewarding, but draining. There are all the expectations and financial stress around holiday gift-giving and consumerism. For fat...
