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Marti has a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and a Master’s in Communication Studies. Her favorite activities include reading, playing games, and hanging out with the students at her church. Marti volunteers with the youth ministry at her church as a teacher and mentor. Because of this, she recently started another degree, her graduate certificate in student ministries. She considers her current graduate work to be a stepping stone to becoming a youth pastor or a published author.

Professional Website: martis-miscellany.com/

September 23, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

a brief lookat bipolar disorder

A Brief Look at Bipolar Disorder

September 23, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

a brief lookat bipolar disorder
There are a lot of disorders out there that people deal with every single day. Because of that, it's important to understand how they are diagnosed, how they work, and what they are. More and more information comes out about these disorders all the time, and because of this, it's important to stay abreast of the issues and get informed about them. October 10th is National Bipolar Awareness Day, and because of that, we're going to take a closer look at what bipolar disorder is, how it affects someone, and how people cope with the disorder during their everyday lives. [More]

September 16, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

importanceof meditationin maintaining mental health

Importance of Meditation in Maintaining Mental Health

September 16, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

importanceof meditationin maintaining mental health
When you think of meditation, what do you think of? Some people picture holy people, like nuns and monks, all together, silently in a room, While that can definitely be a form of meditation, it's actually a lot more than that, and meditation can play a significant role in helping you to have optimum mental health. It's true! In this post, we're going to take a look at what meditation really is and how it can assist you in achieving the best mental health that you can have. [More]

September 9, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

is therea mental illness probleminthe united states

Is There a Mental Illness Problem in the United States?

September 9, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

is therea mental illness probleminthe united states
If you've looked at the news lately, you've likely noticed that there is a lot going on in the world of mental health. It can be hard to understand, especially if it's not something that you're used to seeing, but in recent years it has become obvious that mental health issues are more prevalent in the United States than in any other country on the planet. Why is this the case? What is so different about the United States that it seems to be "that much worse" when it comes to mental health struggles? [More]

September 4, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

healthy conflict resolution

Healthy Conflict Resolution

September 4, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

healthy conflict resolution
Some people do everything that they can to make sure that they avoid conflict, while others embrace it and get "toe to toe" with it so that they can feel brave and empowered. No matter which type of person you are, you should know that there is a healthy way for you to deal with conflict, whether it's in your friendship or in your marriage. In this article, we're going to take a closer look at conflict and how to deal with it in a healthy manner. [More]

September 2, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

how do i recognizea panic attack

How Do I Recognize a Panic Attack?

September 2, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

how do i recognizea panic attack
One terrifying and debilitating thing that many people have to deal with are panic attacks. There are a number of people throughout the world who are diagnosed with panic disorders, and may have to deal with the negative effects of panic attacks on a regular basis as a result of the disorder. Other people may have panic attacks as a side effect of a disorder, like anxiety or depression, because they are unable to deal with extreme amounts of stress; these people don't necessarily have a panic disorder, but suffer from the same sorts of panic attacks that those with disorders have to deal with too. [More]

August 24, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

coping with social anxietyand social phobia

Coping With Social Anxiety and Social Phobia

August 24, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

coping with social anxietyand social phobia
Social anxiety is becoming more and more common in today's world. Every year, millions of people struggle with anxiety disorders and they try to work through them on their own. Social anxiety, or social phobia, is "a strong fear of being judged by others and of being embarrassed. This fear can be so strong that it gets in the way of going to work or school or doing other everyday things. [More]

August 20, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

befriending those with mental health struggles

Befriending Those With Mental Health Struggles

August 20, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

befriending those with mental health struggles
Everyone has those people in their lives that they trust with everything and anything. Many of us don't know where we would be without friends. But sadly, many people who struggle with mental illness do not have friends and a support system that they can fall back on - most people who struggle with these things end up secluding themselves. In this article, we're going to take a closer look at befriending those who struggle with their mental health and doing it in a way that can help them to live a happier, healthier life. [More]

August 13, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA

embracing asexuality

Embracing Asexuality

August 13, 2014 04:55 by Marti Wormuth, MA  [About the Author]

embracing asexuality
Obviously, with all the news as of late, there are a number of different things that the public has started to hear about the LGBT community. But did you know that there are a number of people who consider themselves part of this community, but have a different type of sexual orientation known as asexuality? Many people don't think about asexuality as a type of sexuality, but it is, and we're going to explore it a bit more in this article. [More]