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Biases Surrounding Mental Health

  Biases are known to be ingrained in the human nature. Ironically, the bias starts reflecting in our approach to an individual's health, even if the sufferer is a loved one, as we give priority to physical health over mental health. Many of the biases regarding mental health are inbuilt or are passed on from one generation to another. Social media has a considerable role in propagating such biases. Without proper evidence, many crimes of violent nature, such as shootings, murders, etc., are often ascribed to mental disorders. As indicated by Jonathan M. Metzl, M.D., Ph.D., and Kenneth T. MacLeish, Ph.D., in a 2015 study published in the American Journal of Public Health, most of the mass shootings in America are attributed to mental illnesses, and are often considered the root cause of violence. The stereotype that "all persons with mental illness are violent" add fuel to the prevailing negative mindset against mental disorders. Another deep-rooted stigma regarding menta...

Getting Advice From Tree Service Experts That You Can Use

  Trees can be found almost everywhere. They serve a very important purpose on our planet since they provide us with food, flowers, building materials, and the herbal medicines that we use on a daily basis. Even though it seems like trees can survive on their own, they need help from humans from time to time so that they can stay in good shape. If you have trees at home that are in need of professional handling, it's best for you to get a tree service. A tree service is not only done to keep trees healthy but as well as to prevent them from becoming hazards. Aside from getting professional services done for you, a tree removal company can also offer you expert advice that will help you to keep your trees in good condition. There are basic steps that you can follow that will allow you to make sure that your trees stay healthy. First off, you need to plant your trees at the right place. You need to know that each tree species is different and you should know their spatial needs befor...