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Ashley Laderer

Ashley Laderer is a freelance writer who splits her time between New York and Los Angeles. She has been a mental health advocate since 2016, when she first publicly wrote about her own battle with anxiety and depression. After hearing how others were impacted by her story, she decided to continue writing about anything and everything mental health. Since then, she’s been published in Teen Vogue, SELF, Refinery29, NYLON, VICE, Healthline, Insider, and more.

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Ashley Laderer

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March 14, 2023

Athlete depression has become a common concern amongst athletes of all levels. Learn more about the risk factors and signs.

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March 3, 2023

Hysteria has been a widespread phenomenon in women since ancient Egypt. Learn more about the history of hysteria and its evolution through the years.

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March 1, 2023

The adolescents and young adults of Gen Z have already gone through plenty of collective trauma, and their mental health is struggling.

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February 28, 2023

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) is a mental health condition that results in an obsessive need for perfectionism and order. Here’s everything you need to know about this mental health condition

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February 25, 2023

Anxiety is a common mental health issue, especially among teens and young adults. But what's the best therapy to help with anxiety? Find out here.

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February 22, 2023

Paranoid personality disorder is a condition characterized by paranoia and suspicion of others. Here’s everything you need to know about PPD.