“My Broken Mariko” dives deep into how suicide can affect those around you. Photo by Yen Press. By Luis Gutierrez, Staff Writer “My Broken Mariko” is a heartbreaking story by Waka Hirako published through Yen Press, it follows the story of Tomoyo Shiino as she deals with her best friend’s Mariko Ikagawa’s suicide. In this […]
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Finding Life in The Lifeless Body I Once Had
National Suicide Prevention Week is Sept. 6 – Sept. 12, bringing awareness and reminding those who are battling not to give up, you are not alone, and that you matter. Photo by Dan Meyers, Unsplash By Melany Ruiz, Staff Writer I can feel my mind telling myself to calm down as a tear rolls off […]
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Let’s Relax on a “Freemium” Level: Assistance is Still Available Despite Being Virtual
It is all overwhelming, but busy students can find some peace. Illustration by Darlene Maes. By Darlene Maes, Staff Reporter The transition to taking courses via Zoom at California State University, Dominguez Hills has impacted not only students but faculty and staff as well. The experience of bad internet connection issues and being kicked out […]
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All Minds Matter and this Group Proves it
Board members of Mind Matters at CSUDH. Photo by Yesenia Flores By Yesenia Flores Minds Matter at CSUDH is not just another student-led mental health advocacy and support group on campus. It aims to raise mental health awareness on campus and in surrounding communities, one person at a time, by reaching out to anyone who […]
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Battling the Stigma Around Asking for Help
By Destiny TorresStaff Reporter When we don’t understand something in a class, it is obvious to raise your hand and ask for clarification. If you break your arm while learning how to ride a bike, the obvious solution is to go to a hospital for treatment. When it comes to mental health, however, we are […]