This article was co-authored by Mirjam Quinn, PhD and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Dr. Mirjam Quinn is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the Founder of Mirjam Quinn and Associates based in Illinois. With over 13 years of experience, she specializes in using cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, and attachment theory grounded therapy techniques to provide psychological care for the whole person. Dr. Quinn also has a special focus on working with people from diverse and multicultural backgrounds and adoptive and blended families. She earned her PhD in Psychology from Purdue University and completed her internship at Butler University. Dr. Quinn is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the APA Division for Peace Psychology and the Society for Child and Family Policy and Practice.
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Sometimes the world just gets too much and you find yourself caught up in negative energy. Mental health is more important than ever these days, and you don’t need an excuse to give yourself a little extra love. So, take a deep breath because we’re here for you—you can and will get through this. Here are some tips on how you can detox your mind from negativity.
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