Mental Health & Parenting Writer
There are some, even many, types of knowing for which we should rely on experts. For others types of knowledge, we need to rely on ourselves. Yesterday, I Googled “tips for orchid care.” I also Googled: “Why is being a stay-at-home-mom so hard?”
One of these is fair domain for external experts.
The other, well, isn’t.
Emily P.G. Erickson is a freelance writer specializing in mental health and parenting. She has written for popular digital publications, including Everyday Health, Health, The New York Times, Parents, Romper, Verywell Mind, WIRED, and more. Emily is a professional member of the National Association of Science Writers (NASW), the American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA), and the Association of Health Care Journalists (AHCJ). Previously, Emily researched PTSD for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and earned a master's in psychology. You can find the latest from Emily at www.emilypgerickson.com. View more posts