Erin Marie
Expertise
Mental Health, Self-Care And Coping Skills, Suicide Prevention
- Erin is committed to the idea that mental health is health and is always exploring new and creative ways – such as breathwork and dance – to incorporate self-care into her day-to-day life.
- She has been certified in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
- She created a documentary short film to raise awareness about a mental health condition known as depersonalization disorder.
Experience
Working as a professional content writer for nearly a decade, Erin has offered her insight to various health and wellness brands based on her time working in the mental health field. Before she spent five years working as a crisis counselor for various local and regional suicide prevention hotlines, she worked in an adolescent substance use treatment facility, facilitating discussions on coping skills. She has written for Now with Purpose, Positive Vibes Magazine, and SoberRecovery. She has been a part of the Health Digest family since 2021.
Education
Erin graduated cum laude from Tulane University with a double major in psychology and theater.
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Stories By Erin Marie
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While whole wheat bread may offer us many health benefits, it also contains nutrients that can pose health risks to individuals with this disease.
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Have you been feeling constipated? There's one popular supplement you can reach for that may help when you need to poop fast and get some relief.
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Fatigue and slowed reaction time are linked with marijuana use. What you might not realize, however, is that regular marijuana use may also impact how you pee.
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Do social isolation and heart health have a connection? As it turns out, staying indoors all day can actually have a surprising effect on your blood pressure.
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Endometriosis is said to affect about a tenth of the world's reproductive-age women and girls. You might be one of them if you experience this after having sex.
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Depending on its ingredients, popcorn can affect your overall health if you consume it regularly. But how does snacking on a bucket affect your poop?
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Baking a fresh loaf of sourdough bread from scratch can be a soothing pastime. However, you may want to avoid it if you are prescribed this type of medication.
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A growing number of Americans are eating edamame as a high-quality protein source. Did you know there's a nutrient in edamame that can affect blood pressure?
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Nutritious and tasty, avocado is a staple in the diets of many health-conscious folks. But if you have this medical condition, you may want to avoid this food.
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Generally speaking, we want our urine to be pale yellow and odorless. If your pee is this unusual color, it could be a sign of a prostate problem.
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What harm could there be in enjoying a juicy, ripe tomato? If you have this medical condition, you could find yourself having pain and other symptoms.
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Changes in your nails may not seem like a big deal, but can potentially indicate a health problem. Here are the secrets your nails may be trying to tell you.
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As much as we focus on keeping our bodies healthy, our brains are equally deserving of our attention. This is what eating cashews may do for our brains.
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The reasons for hair growth might seem more logical in certain areas of the body than others. What's the strange reason we have hair on our butts?
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As anyone who has spent a night out drinking can tell you, imbibing alcohol can have consequences, like dehydration. But not all drinks are equally dehydrating.
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Exercise isn't the only way to combat high cholesterol; diet can make a difference too. This type of nut, in particular, appears to lower high cholesterol.
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Consumption of peanuts and peanut butter is beneficial for certain medical conditions. However, you may want to avoid salted peanut butter for this reason.
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There's a big difference between not wanting to fart and not being able to fart. Let's see when an inability to pass gas may be a serious warning sign.
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There are many reasons why you might want to stop relying on medication for pain relief. Some say that this popular beverage can be an effective replacement.
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Lemons are hardly considered snacks on their own. With that said, there are particular instances when you should avoid consuming them, even in small amounts.
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Strangely enough, it is possible that people who are on the verge of death may feel a sudden rush of euphoria. Research has shed light on the possible reasons.
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Can the secret to effective heartburn relief lie in the use of a popular spice? Research has revealed some unexpected things about this spice rack mainstay.
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When it comes to grocery shopping, canned goods are a popular choice. This particular canned protein, however, may not be as healthy as it appears to be.
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"Love is blind" is often used as a metaphor, but can the saying go beyond the metaphorical to have a literal meaning too? Can you really go blind after sex?
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As we grow, many of our organs grow with us. This includes a man's prostate gland. Here's the young age when it first starts getting bigger.
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The "oatzempic" trend has gone viral on TikTok, but is it really a smart choice for weight management? An expert shares their thoughts with Health Digest.
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When it comes to working out, experts say we shouldn't neglect our hands. In fact, doing this exercise with our fingers may increase longevity.