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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It's not surprising to have a "ritual" or two before you have sex with your partner. But there's one that can be surprisingly dangerous if done incorrectly.
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Per research, there are medical conditions that can cause painful side effects if a person suffering from them takes particular medications (e.g., ibuprofen).
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You may have noticed that drinking coffee sends you running to the bathroom. Here's how you can expect your poop to change if you break your coffee habit.
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Urine tends to have a distinct, instantly recognizable smell. But what does it say about your health when your pee smells like your first drink of the day?
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There are certain foods to avoid when you have high blood pressure. Fortunately, this unique cheese is not part of the list; in fact, it may be good for you.
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The misery of norovirus usually lasts 24 to 72 hours. However, some people may experience long-term effects even after they've recovered. Here's what we know.
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Your carbohydrate intake affects your gut health, so it's wise to add the right kinds to your diet. An expert shares his tips exclusively with Health Digest.
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When medications produce certain side effects, it's usually a sign that you should stop using them. In the case of ibuprofen, watch out for this side effect.
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After going number two, we want no trace of our business left behind. Not only is it embarrassing, but it could be a sign of certain health conditions.
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There are two common medications that men might use as they grow older. However, they should think twice about taking them together since it could be risky.
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There's one tasty and popular protein that can actually help to enhance your sex life. It's great to incorporate into a diet and even better on a date night.
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When the use of certain medications start leading to disturbing side effects, it's time to stop using them. And even the common NSAID ibuprofen is no exception.
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If you have high blood pressure, doctors may first suggest changing some of your dietary habits. If so, there's one popular fruit you don't want to leave out.
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You might not think the heart would have a lot to say about your prostate health. However, they may be more closely linked than you realize.
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What we eat and drink throughout the day may or may not benefit our sleep come bedtime. For example, when you stop eating carbs, it could have this effect.
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Ibuprofen is not meant to be a long-term solution for chronic health ailments. This is how extended use of the medication might effect your kidneys.
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There are many reasons why a person may decide to stop taking antidepressants. However, doing so abruptly can affect their gut health in surprising ways.
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Some people might find that breakfast is too time-consuming; hence, they opt out of it. But this simple decision may actually be affecting their sleep quality.
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In most cases, peanut butter makes for a nutritious addition to just about any diet -- especially if you've been diagnosed with this medical condition.
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A person's sexual health can be influenced by many factors, including the food they eat. For men in particular, a unique fruit provides surprising benefits.
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An involuntary event that everyone experiences, it's normal to feel a muscle spasm every once in a while. But when can it be a sign of a serious health concern?
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While having high blood pressure or high cholesterol may seem like more obvious heart disease risk factors, your skin may be able to predict your risk too.
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Colon cancer, or colorectal cancer, is a fairly common type of cancer. A number of factors can affect your risk of having it, including this pooping mistake.
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One of the most effective ways to lower high cholesterol is to adjust your diet. According to research, you should think of adding this fish to your diet.
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No matter where you go, it's easy to find a snack or food recipe that has potatoes in it. But if you have this specific medical condition, go easy on the fries.
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Some have reported that after a person dies, their body may sometimes emit a weird sound. This isn't just a made-up story, though; there's science behind it.
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Aside from allowing us to see, our eyes can also clue us in on what may be wrong with our bodies. That includes exhibiting symptoms of certain types of cancer.