#Mental Health Virtual Assistant

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[evamacdesigns]

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[bbeelzemon]

honestly i dont even think i care about putting any specific name to any particular diagnosis for myself at this time. brains disorder is brain disorders man. i just cant see how it would matter what specific ~name~ someone assigns to Your Problems, when targeting the symptoms is pretty much always gonna be the best course of action for all of them anyway.? like why not just skip the middleman and address the symptoms directly . wouldnt that be a better approach over "well you could have 'brainsdisorder', but you could also have elusive ''looks like brainsdisorder' disorder', so watch out! but thankfully, the treatments are similar" like huh whuh. why does that distinction even matter in the first place then. truly WHO give a shit

[ichealthservicesinc]

The introduction of telepsych services has transformed how people access mental health care. This approach allows individuals to connect with professionals remotely, making it easier for everyone to get the support they need without traveling to a clinic.

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[apathtorenewal]

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Why You Should Limit Your To-Do List

If you consistently have a to-do list longer than you can handle, then perhaps you need to look more critically and what you're putting on it. Here are four reasons you should limit your to-do list and why! Know of more? Let me know in the comments!

Photo by Suzy Hazelwood on Pexels.com It’s Monday afternoon, and you realize you’ve barely accomplished anything on your to-do list. What happened and why? Well, if you’re like most normal people out there, you don’t actually get to tackle most of the things on your list. You opened your inbox to a flood of emails all demanding your attention, or you were going through your day just to find…

[balotpinoy110390]

8th of March 💔

Sad. Another client cancellation. How am I suppose to pay all the debts? 🫣 Lord, I know you have greater plans and I trust in your timing. I trust in all your plans and I know you are my God in High and lows ☺️ This is painful but I know, you will heal me, you will help me overcome this.

[cyarsk52-20]

5 Mental Health Resources for People of Color & LGBTQIA+ Communities

BY: Sierra Kennedy

In the wake of the recent election results, many of us grapple with a rollercoaster of emotions. Whether it’s anxiety, relief, fear, or something in between, these feelings are valid and impactful, especially for communities of color, the LGBTQIA+ population, and our allies. In times like these, taking care of our mental health becomes important and essential.

According to The Trevor Project, “the overwhelming majority (90%) of LGBTQ+ young people said their well-being was negatively impacted due to recent politics.”

Fortunately, numerous mental health resources are available to help you navigate these challenging times. The right support network can provide both relief and a sense of community.

Let’s explore some mental health resources tailored to your needs during this emotionally turbulent period.

1. The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project, which caters to LGBTQIA+ young adults, reported a 200% increase in election-adjacent search terms like “rights” and “election” in the days leading up to the final night of the presidential race. The organization, which offers free, confidential support through chat or over the phone 24/7, is also there for you post-election as well.

2. Therapy for Black Girls

This resource is essential for Black women and girls seeking professional mental health care. Therapy for Black Girls provides a directory of culturally competent therapists, blog content, and a supportive community.

3. Trans Lifeline

This peer support service is specifically designed for transgender people of all ages. It offers an essential lifeline staffed entirely by trans individuals and can provide supportive resources and assistance in moments of crisis.

4. Latinx Therapy

Created to destigmatize mental health within the Latinx community, this platform provides bilingual therapists, workshops, and a supportive podcast addressing various wellness topics.

5. National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN)

This network advances healing justice and provides mental health resources specifically geared towards queer and transgender people of color. They help connect you with a directory of experienced and culturally competent therapists.

As if the winter blues weren’t enough, the personal stakes and societal implications surrounding the election’s outcome hit hard for many. Navigating these emotional waters can be challenging, but there are ways to regain focus and recenter. Here are a few ways to destress that you can start implementing today:

Mental health check-ins: Engaging in virtual or in-person discussions with friends or support groups can help process feelings in a shared environment.

Mindfulness practices: Activities like meditation or yoga can offer calming techniques to manage stress and anxiety effectively. Make mindfulness a daily habit for an overall improvement in mood.

Therapeutic writing: Journaling can be a powerful outlet to articulate and reflect on your emotions.

Build a self-care routine: Incorporate activities that promote wellness and calm into your daily life, such as nature walks, reading a new book, or a fitness class.

Remember, taking care of your mental and reaching out for support is a step toward healing. Connecting with the right resources can make a significant difference, offering comfort, stability, and a well-needed community.

How are you taking care of yourself during this troubling time? Let’s chat and pour into one another below.

[wheretfamilol]

HQ Characters Most Likely to Date a Mortician

(Coming from a mortician)

A/N I know this is so niche and specific and nobody cares but I need this for my own mental health 😭😭also will probably do a pt. 2 because there’s a couple other characters I want to do

Sugawara Koushi

✨I don’t know why but he just seems like the type of person to have a funky taste in people (in a good way.

✨I think he would specifically date people he found to be exciting and interesting and when he found out about your job, he thought it was fascinating.

✨Sugawara also cares heavily about people as a whole. He’s a teacher, so obviously he has a lot of empathy. I think he appreciates the fact that your job requires a lot of empathy and care

✨initially, he probably thought it was a cool and creepy job but as he got to know you, he realized that the job takes a lot more skill than he initially thought. He appreciates the artistry that comes with it as well as the charisma required to do a good job.

✨This man literally tells EVERYONE about your job. He doesn’t care that people think it’s weird. He literally thinks it’s the coolest thing in the world.

Kageyama Tobio

✨This one actually took quite a bit of thinking for me but I think that after his grandpa died, he had a lot of respect for people in the funeral industry.

✨As someone who also went to funerals of family members growing up, it makes you a lot more open to the idea of death. I think he probably has a lot of questions but he’s willing to listen to the answers.

✨Probably felt weird about it at first? Possibly wasn’t as open with his friends about your job until later on when he understood it a bit more.

✨Probably also has virtually 0 idea of what you actually do at work. He appreciates it and knows it’s an important job but most likely doesn’t want too many details (which is fair and normal)

Kozume Kenma

✨This one might literally just be me holding on hope but I feel like he’d be fine with it?

✨Like to him, it’s literally just a job. When you told him, he probably just kind of said “okay?” And moved on. Wasn’t a big deal and he was confused as to why you thought he would be weird about it

✨Definitely wants to stream mortuary assistant with you so you can judge how accurate the game is to the actual job. Values your input quite a bit.

✨when he sees videos on TikTok about morticians, he always sends them to you even if you have no idea why he sent them. He just thinks you’ll like them even if he doesn’t understand 😭

Suna Rintarou

✨he gives me the vibe of someone who initially just liked your job for shock factor and then gradually realized there was a lot more to it than just that.

✨He finds it extremely interesting and asks questions often.

✨He reminds me of the type of person that used to spend his time smoking at cemeteries to be edgy and you had to tell him it was disrespectful 😭😭he thought you were overreacting at first but realized the reasoning behind it

✨I don’t pin him as the most empathetic person in the world? He appreciates your empathy for people but to him, it’s just a job.

✨Probably not great at comforting you after tough days (SORRY 🫨🫨). Probably just encourages you not to think about it too hard which sometimes does do the trick.

✨Although he’s fine with your job and thinks it’s really cool, I get the vibe that he would not step FOOT in your place of work. For some reason he’s superstitious about it? When he drops you off for work, he drops you off at the corner and drives away as fast as humanly possible but will literally never admit it.

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[subdee]

Project 2025 goons wrote the memos requiring that

all "policy making" positions at federal agencies henceforth be political appointments, AKA filled by Trump loyalists rather than career civil servants;

2. All federal positions be "in office" only - not work from home - in a move Elon Musk has said would lead to a "welcome" voluntary reduction in the federal workforce.

...according to Molly White (they forgot to scrub the metadata from their PDF reports), so all that stuff about how Trump wasn't going to do project 2025 was of course a lie and we should expect them to continue shoving their unpopular agenda down our throats, in many cases illegally and contra the will of Congress.

BUT WHICH PROJECT 2025 GOON WROTE THE MEMO PAUSING ALL FEDERAL GRANT MONEY AS OF 5PM TODAY?

Edit: federal judge blocked the freeze, here's the details of that:

(Gonna tag all these posts "us politics" for anyone who wants to start a blacklist for mental health reasons.

Me personally... well I stopped following the news, and to keep up with all the fuckery I am just reading metafilter and subscribed to https://whatthefuckjusthappenedtoday.com/ for the daily summary of exactly how quickly we are devolving into a fascist, anti-environmental, anti-public health, oligarchical dictatorship in the USA. )

It was definitely a goon because, I mean, look at this:

The American people elected Donald J. Trump to be President of the United States and gave him a mandate to increase the impact of every federal taxpayer dollar. In Fiscal Year 2024, of the nearly $10 trillion that the Federal Government spent, more than $3 trillion was Federal financial assistance, such as grants and loans. Career and political appointees in the Executive Branch have a duty to align Federal spending and action with the will of the American people as expressed through Presidential priorities. Financial assistance should be dedicated to advancing Administration priorities, focusing taxpayer dollars to advance a stronger and safer America, eliminating the financial burden of inflation for citizens, unleashing American energy and manufacturing, ending "wokeness" and the weaponization of government, promoting efficiency in government, and Making America Healthy Again. The use of Federal resources to advance Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies is a waste of taxpayer dollars that does not improve the day-to-day lives of those we serve.

Goon writing through and through. Impacted are programs such as:

the Department of Agriculture’s tribal food sovereignty program,

Head Start,

the Veterans’ Affairs Department’s suicide prevention and legal services grants,

the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance, or LIHEAP, program,

Meals on Wheels,

numerous sexual assault prevention programs within the Department of Justice.

Plus basically all the rest of them via uncertainty... this is money already approved and allocated by Congress incidentally so 100% illegal for Trump to unilaterally block BTW, and there's a bunch of lawsuits pushing back already just as there were for the "birthright citizenship" memo (already temporarily blocked by a Federal judge) and the pause on all new foreign aid.

So now we have to argue, is this sheer incompetence or is it a deliberate attempt to cause mass civil unrest and/or demoralize, kill off or drive out the Democratic voters? Does it matter when people - all kinds of people but mainly poor people - are going to die while this mess, or one of the other many messes of this admin, gets sorted out?

I dunno, but I can tell you that when I worked for a school district that did budgeting like this - acting like every penny was personally coming out of the pocket of the superintendent - it was because said superintendent was stealing money from the budget. So I personally wouldn't discount that the chaos is intentional and a cover for mass theft from the federal budget... they just (illegally) fired all the nonpartisan federal budget inspectors, of course.

Anyway... WTFjusthappenedtoday for your daily summary of exactly how much fuckery is going on today. And in the interests of not depressing anyone further, I'll end it there.

[fereldanwench]

I know I was just basically on hiatus due to RL stuff, but my full return might have been a little premature. The ol' mental health is still a bit shaky after putting Ares to sleep, and I don't think the current climate of my main fandom here is very good for me right now.

I think I have two posts scheduled this week, but I'm not gonna bother with a queue otherwise. I do get email notifications for asks, so if anyone needs any immediate assistance in the CP77 virtual photography community, you can still reach me that way.

Catch y'all next week! ✌️

[allthecanadianpolitics]

This is an email sent out by the University of Saskatchewan to its students today (May 16):

USask recognizes and appreciates the deeply painful environment that exists for those affected by the conflict in Israel and Gaza, and the tragic loss of life that has ensued. We are committed to supporting all students, staff, and faculty during these challenging times, as well as all members of the USask community who are being negatively affected by the current conflict.  

Our priority is first and foremost the safety of our students, faculty, and staff. We also want to curtail the disruption of academic activities, research and other vital campus undertakings.   

We are aware of an upcoming demonstration planned to take place this week on our campus. We have worked with organizers to ensure it is a safe and peaceful event and that our bylaws are understood and followed, just as we have done with previous demonstration organizers throughout the year.   

USask fully supports freedom of expression and academic freedom and will continue to allow demonstrations, as we have through our history and since the conflict in Israel/Gaza began. Policies, bylaws and laws must be followed.  

We will work with groups wishing to demonstrate through discussions with leaders, as well as our event/space booking processes.  

Please share these supports for students, faculty and staff who may need them.  

Students   

Student Affairs and Outreach has a team of social workers who can provide immediate support. You can speak with a member of the team by calling 306-966-5757 or emailing  student.outreach@usask.ca and requesting to speak with an outreach co-ordinator.   

The Student Wellness Centre is an interdisciplinary healthcare team that includes experienced counsellors, physicians and nurses. Some same-day appointments are available for urgent care. To access support, call 306-966-5768.   

Faculty and staff   

Telus Health App is USask’s Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provider, and offers a wide range of services including free and confidential counseling, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

 MindBeacon offers virtual mental health support.

For eligible employees, your benefit plan covers mental health supports including clinical counsellors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, psychotherapists, and social workers.   

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[blabbercorneruk]

How far are we from the reality depicted in the movie - HER?

"HER", is a 2013 science-fiction romantic drama film directed by Spike Jonze. The story revolves around Theodore Twombly, played by Joaquin Phoenix, who develops an intimate relationship with an advanced AI operating system named Samantha, voiced by Scarlett Johansson. The film explores themes of loneliness, human connection, and the implications of artificial intelligence in personal relationships. Her received widespread acclaim for its unique premise, thought-provoking themes, and the performances, particularly Johansson's vocal work as Samantha. It also won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. The technology depicted in Her, where an advanced AI system becomes deeply integrated into a person's emotional and personal life, is an intriguing blend of speculative fiction and current technological trends. While we aren’t fully there yet, we are moving toward certain aspects of it, with notable advancements in AI and virtual assistants. However, the film raises important questions about how these developments might affect human relationships and society.

How Close Are We to the Technology in Her?

Voice and Emotional Interaction with AI:

Current Status: Virtual assistants like Apple’s Siri, Amazon’s Alexa, and Google Assistant can understand and respond to human speech, but their ability to engage in emotionally complex conversations is still limited.

What We’re Missing: AI in Her is able to comprehend not just the meaning of words, but also the emotions behind them, adapting to its user’s psychological state. We are still working on achieving that level of empathy and emotional intelligence in AI.

Near Future: Advances in natural language processing (like GPT models) and emotion recognition are helping AI understand context, tone, and sentiment more effectively. However, truly meaningful, dynamic, and emotionally intelligent relationships with AI remain a distant goal.

Personalisation and AI Relationships:

Current Status: We do have some examples of highly personalized AI systems, such as customer service bots, social media recommendations, and even AI-powered therapy apps (e.g., Replika, Woebot). These systems learn from user interactions and adjust their responses accordingly.

What We’re Missing: In Her, Samantha evolves and changes in response to Theodore’s needs and emotions. While AI can be personalized to an extent, truly evolving, self-aware AI capable of forming deep emotional connections is not yet possible.

Near Future: We could see more sophisticated AI companions in virtual spaces, as with virtual characters or avatars that offer emotional support and companionship.

Advanced AI with Autonomy:

Current Status: In Her, Samantha is an autonomous, self-aware AI, capable of independent thought and growth. While we have AI systems that can perform specific tasks autonomously, they are not truly self-aware and cannot make independent decisions like Samantha.

What We’re Missing: Consciousness, self-awareness, and subjective experience are aspects of AI that we have not come close to replicating. AI can simulate these traits to some extent (such as generating responses that appear "thoughtful" or "emotional"), but they are not genuine.

Evidence of AI Dependency and Potential Obsession

Current Trends in AI Dependency:

AI systems are already playing a significant role in many aspects of daily life, from personal assistants to social media algorithms, recommendation engines, and even mental health apps. People are increasingly relying on AI for decision-making, emotional support, and even companionship.

Examples: Replika, an AI chatbot designed for emotional companionship, has gained significant popularity, with users forming strong emotional attachments to the AI. Some even treat these AI companions as "friends" or romantic partners.

Evidence: Research shows that people can form emotional bonds with machines, especially when the AI is designed to simulate empathy and emotional understanding. For instance, studies have shown that people often anthropomorphise AI and robots, attributing human-like qualities to them, which can lead to attachment.

Concerns About Over-Reliance:

Psychological Impact: As AI systems become more capable, there are growing concerns about their potential to foster unhealthy dependencies. Some worry that people might rely too heavily on AI for emotional support, leading to social isolation and decreased human interaction.

Social and Ethical Concerns: There are debates about the ethics of AI relationships, especially when they blur the lines between human intimacy and artificial interaction. Critics argue that such relationships might lead to unrealistic expectations of human connection and an unhealthy detachment from reality.

Evidence of Obsession: In some extreme cases, users of virtual companions like Replika have reported feeling isolated or distressed when the AI companion "breaks up" with them, or when the AI behaves in ways that seem inconsiderate or unempathetic. This indicates a potential for emotional over-investment in AI relationships.

Long-Term Considerations

Normalization of AI Companionship: As AI becomes more advanced, it’s plausible that reliance on AI for companionship, therapy, or emotional support could become more common. This could lead to a new form of "normal" in human relationships, where AI companions are an accepted part of people's social and emotional lives.

Social and Psychological Risks: If AI systems continue to evolve in ways that simulate human relationships, there’s a risk that some individuals might become overly reliant on them, resulting in social isolation or distorted expectations of human interaction.

Ethical and Legal Challenges: As AI becomes more integrated into people’s personal lives, there will likely be challenges around consent, privacy, and the emotional well-being of users.

CONCLUSION:

We are not far from some aspects of the technology in Her, especially in terms of AI understanding and emotional interaction, but there are significant challenges left to overcome, particularly regarding self-awareness and genuine emotional connection. As AI becomes more integrated into daily life, we will likely see growing concerns about dependency and the potential for unhealthy attachments, much like the issues explored in the film. The question remains: How do we balance technological advancement with emotional well-being and human connection? How should we bring up our children in the world of AI?