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Interracial dating has become more visible, especially among young adults. It is often seen as a sign of progress. BUT the truth is.... Love does not exist outside of society (unfortunately). It moves within it. From a sociological lens, relationships are shaped by race, culture, and systems of inequality. Even when a relationship feels private, it reflects the world around it (Qian & Lichter, 2007). So this is not just about love. It is about understanding the forces that sh

March 5th 2025. That fateful day. The day I acquired my sweet orange kitty, Mango. Arguably one of the best days of my life. My friend Ashlee and I decided together to get an Emotional Support Animal (ESA). Cats, specifically, to help support our mental health journeys and bring a new purpose to our lives. This was tricky because: We are college students living in an off-campus apartment (huge fees, including potential damages). It could be costly to get all the supplies (thi

It was Halloween morning, but instead of costumes and candy, I faced a blank document and a dreadful deadline. At 8:00 AM, I sat down to write a hypothetical psychology case example due by 5:00 PM. Like many students, I had procrastinated. But unlike some, I felt confident. Between my coursework and my job as a behavioral technician, the material was familiar. I believed a few focused hours would be enough to produce a solid paper. The topic at hand was Autism Spectrum Disord

We live in a time where mental illness is everywhere in the media . It is heavily talked about constantly. It is dramatized and has become an aesthetic part of pop culture. Mental illnesses and mood disorders are discussed more openly than ever, which can be a good thing. But there is a downside. The sensationalizing of these disorders is at an all-time high. And that can be harmful, especially for young, impressionable minds who consume this content without context. Visibi

Psychology is a field that constantly evolves, driven by research that seeks to understand the complexities of the human mind and behavior. Participating in research can be a transformative experience, especially for students eager to delve deeper into this fascinating discipline. My journey through the McNair Scholars Program provided me with invaluable insights and skills that I will carry with me throughout my academic and professional career. The McNair Scholars Program: