Depression

5 Ways to Get Through a Bad Day in Your Head

A rugged mind-space can be tricky. There is hope.

A Non-Story Story: The Everyday Miracle of Pain Relief

Personal Perspective: I now have a spinal cord stimulator, and it’s amazing. It seems too good to be true, but I'll take it and enjoy every single moment for as long as it lasts.

Restless Legs and an Unquiet Mind

For me, restless legs may be it's physiological. However, what if it was an expression of some voice inside that got silenced? And what happens if you start listening?

Is Your Inner Critic Controlling You? How to Heal From Within

Silence your inner critic and reclaim self-worth. Discover how clarifying your inner dialogue and developing compassionate self-awareness can lead to inner peace and healing.

How Childhood Emotional Neglect Interferes With Grief

Healthy grieving requires accepting and feeling, but also managing your emotions. People who grew up in an emotionally neglectful family may especially struggle with those skills.

The Link Between Depression and Heart Disease

Depression and heart disease are intimately related in a reciprocal manner. Untreated depression is an independent risk factor for a poor prognosis in heart disease.

The Free Hack for Overcoming an Anxious Rut

Rather than looking for complicated solutions to anxiety, nature’s simple power boosts your mood, creativity, and mental health—at no cost.

Is My Child's Mental Health at Risk at College?

Familiarity with therapy before college is the greatest predictor of seeking mental health help during college.

Glutamate and Psychiatric Disorders

Discover how the brain's most abundant neurotransmitter, glutamate, is revolutionizing psychiatry and offering new hope for depression, bipolar disorder, and more.

Plagued by Guilt or Regret? How to Make Peace With Your Past

Lingering guilt and regret about the past can continue to shape our present. Here are three ways to finally put them to rest.

8 Things to Expect When Starting Antidepressants

The more prepared you are for what to expect after starting psychiatric medication, the better your chances of sticking with the treatment and experiencing its benefits.

Rethinking How We See and Support Children with Disabilities

Children with disabilities aren't weeds to pull—they're flowers to nurture. Shift the mindset: value differences, build resilience, and allow every child to bloom.

The Impact of "Adolescence"

The Netflix series "Adolescence" shows that what you don't know about your child's life can be dangerous.

How Creative Pursuits Can Quiet the Noise of Stress

Creative hobbies reduce stress by giving you a sense of mastery and pleasure while silencing mind noise, but a broader look at your life may be needed to achieve total well-being.

AI Therapy Breakthrough: New Study Reveals Promising Results

New research shows an AI-powered chatbot trained to deliver cognitive behavioral therapy significantly reduced anxiety, depression, and eating disorder symptoms.

5 Ways to Reverse the Effects of Stress and to Slow Aging

Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes. By adopting stress-reducing habits, you can help preserve them, potentially slowing down aging and improving your health.

Haan: A Korean Word for the Feeling of Missingness or Loss

Have you experienced subtle "missingness" or extreme disconnection? A Korean word helps us understand the continuum of loss. It may also help us to understand borderline personality.

Navigating the Rapid Currents of Change

Embracing change as opportunity, rather than threat, opens doors to unexpected growth.

From Chasing the Mental Disorder to Meeting the Person

An interview with psychiatric physician's assistant Kevin Williams about the intertwining of mental and physical health.

Study Finds AI Chatbot Can Improve Mental Health

Study finds AI chatbot significantly improve symptoms for those suffering from major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and eating disorders in just two months.

Why Are Night Owls More Likely to Be Depressed?

Night owls are more likely to report depressive symptoms. New research highlights some important variables that help explain why.

What to Do if You're Feeling Trapped

If you feel trapped—in a job you hate or an unsatisfying relationship—it's easy to give up and feel depressed. The key is action. Here are four tips to help you break out.

Yes, You Do Make a Difference. Here's the Proof.

"Elevation" that benefits people three degrees away.

Is Your Gut Sabotaging Your Meds?

Getting the right mix of psychoactive drugs can be tricky. That may be due to the influence of gut microbes. Here's how to improve the odds of proper meds and dosing.

Do Weight-Loss Medications Affect Mental Health?

Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Saxenda have become hugely popular. But could their usage lead to psychiatric side effects?

Understanding and Treating Persistent Depressive Disorder

Recognizing how persistent depressive disorder manifests and plays out in the lives of individuals is the first step in getting help.

What to Do When You Just Can't Let It Go

Recognize it, disrupt it, and shift to action.

What Are Intrusive Thoughts, and Why Do They Cause Trouble?

Many social media conversations address the pain of intrusive thoughts, but what are they? Learn about the types of intrusive thoughts to help heal them.

12 Ways to Cope With Unemployment

There are some powerful proven strategies for coping with unemployment. If you're out of work, here's how to start making your life better today.

How Does Psychedelic Therapy Work?

The social and therapeutic context strongly influences the outcome of psychedelic treatment.

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