Let’s dive into something super important but often swept under the rug: recognizing if your friend is battling depression and how you can be their support. We all have those days …
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Depression tips and insights
How to Help and Support a Spouse with Depression
Watching your partner struggle with depression is tough. You want to help, but it’s hard to know what to say or do without feeling like you’re walking on eggshells. We're here to …
Understanding and Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Self Harm
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. It is important to recognize the common signs, causes, and statistics. If you and/or a loved one is experiencing …
What To Expect When Your Kid Starts Therapy
I have worked with children as a therapist for years and I am consistently impressed by the parents I have worked with. The amount of love, adoration, and respect they have for …
Is Social Media Making Us More or Less Isolated
Let's be real: social media can feel like a double-edged sword. On one hand, it's a fantastic way to stay connected with friends, discover new communities, and share life's big and …
The Science of Change, Mental Health, and Meds
Change is an inevitable and constant force in our lives. Whether it's a career move, a relationship shift, or a personal transformation, whether we deem the change as positive or …
Breaking Down Men’s Mental Health: Stats, Stigmas, & Therapeutic Tools
How Common are Men’s Mental Health Issues? Common! These stats are from Mental Health America, the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), and the National …
The Synergy of Therapy and Medication: Enhancing Mental Health Treatment
Finding effective treatment for mental health conditions is a journey that often involves a combination of therapy and medication. These two treatment modalities, when used …
Adolescents and Suicide Prevention: A Guide for Clinicians
The teenage years are often marked by profound emotional and developmental shifts. Teens today are grappling with not only the timeless struggles of identity, acceptance, and …
Navigating Antipsychotic Medications: A Guide for Patients and Families
Antipsychotic medications, sometimes called neuroleptics, are prescription drugs used to manage psychosis spurred by mental health conditions like treatment-resistant …
18 Mental Health Activities for Coping With Stress, Anxiety, Depression, and More
Self-care is key to maintaining good mental health, but how do you know which mental health activities will have the most positive impact on your mental well-being? While eating …
How to Talk About Mental Health at Work
Everyone has mental health, and whether or not you have a mental health disorder, everyone has bad mental health days. So, what do you do when your mental health is getting in the …
