Four Types of Depression

John G. Cottone Ph.D. on April 27, 2020 in The Cube

No two people experience depression the same way. This post describes four different types of depression: Situational, biological, psychological, and existential.

No two people experience depression the same way. This post describes four different types of depression: Situational, biological, psychological, and existential.

ADHD and Emotions: What the DSM-5 Doesn't Tell Us

Jared DeFife Ph.D. on April 26, 2020 in The Shrink Tank

Irritability, frustration, anger, excitability, anxiety, depression are common experiences in adults with ADHD. So why don't ADHD diagnostic criteria say anything about emotions?

Irritability, frustration, anger, excitability, anxiety, depression are common experiences in adults with ADHD. So why don't ADHD diagnostic criteria say anything about emotions?

During COVID-19 Some Hospitals Stop ECT Treatment

Mark L. Ruffalo D.Psa., L.C.S.W. on April 18, 2020 in From Freud to Fluoxetine

Despite its lifesaving effects, electroconvulsive therapy has been postponed by some hospitals.

Despite its lifesaving effects, electroconvulsive therapy has been postponed by some hospitals.

Neurodiversity: The Movement

Jason Tougaw on April 18, 2020 in The Elusive Brain

The neurodiversity movement has burgeoned through grassroots organization—and gradually makes space for itself in government, research, and education.

The neurodiversity movement has burgeoned through grassroots organization—and gradually makes space for itself in government, research, and education.

How do any of us cope with lockdown, especially those with psychiatric illnesses?

Coronavirus Stress Can Trigger Those With Mental Illness

Carolyn Reinach Wolf on March 23, 2020 in From the Desk of the Mental Health Lawyer

Like social distancing, preventing hospitalizations stemming from mental health crises can reduce the burden on the health care system.

Like social distancing, preventing hospitalizations stemming from mental health crises can reduce the burden on the health care system.

Surviving With Bipolar Disorder During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Russ Federman Ph.D., A.B.P.P. on March 22, 2020 in Bipolar You

A discussion of the wide-ranging approaches that can be employed to support bipolar stability during the pandemic COVID-19 crisis.

A discussion of the wide-ranging approaches that can be employed to support bipolar stability during the pandemic COVID-19 crisis.

Living With Mental Health Challenges During the Pandemic

Cassandra Vieten Ph.D. on March 22, 2020 in Consciousness Matters

Advice for people living with mental health disorders (and those who love them) during the coronavirus pandemic.

Advice for people living with mental health disorders (and those who love them) during the coronavirus pandemic.

How to Support Your Bipolar Spouse During Coronavirus

Claire Jack Ph.D. on March 19, 2020 in Women with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Does your spouse have bipolar disorder? Are you finding it particularly hard to cope with their condition right now? Here's how you can look after yourself and support them.

Does your spouse have bipolar disorder? Are you finding it particularly hard to cope with their condition right now? Here's how you can look after yourself and support them.

How to Keep Up Healthy Routines During Coronavirus

Claire Jack Ph.D. on March 16, 2020 in Women with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Has coronavirus had an impact on your usual routines that are crucial to your mental and physical health? Here are some suggestions to ensure you maintain healthy routines.

Has coronavirus had an impact on your usual routines that are crucial to your mental and physical health? Here are some suggestions to ensure you maintain healthy routines.

Is Suicide Really a Selfish Act?

Seth J. Gillihan Ph.D. on March 13, 2020 in Think, Act, Be

Many people believe one of the most harmful myths about suicide—that the deceased acted without considering the effects on others.

Many people believe one of the most harmful myths about suicide—that the deceased acted without considering the effects on others.

Working Together to Tackle Tough Challenges

Elizabeth Brondolo Ph.D. on March 12, 2020 in Take Control

Avoiding important responsibilities? Learning to work with your partner can make it easier to get started.

Avoiding important responsibilities? Learning to work with your partner can make it easier to get started.

Does the Higher Power of the Bad Make Life Meaningless?

Iddo Landau, Ph.D. on March 4, 2020 in Finding Meaning in an Imperfect World

Although the bad is more durable and impactful than the good, our lives can still be meaningful.

Although the bad is more durable and impactful than the good, our lives can still be meaningful.

How lithium became a treatment for bipolar disorder

Wallace B. Mendelson M.D. on February 26, 2020 in Psychiatry, a History

The discovery of lithium: How the wrong reasoning can sometimes lead to the right drug.

The discovery of lithium: How the wrong reasoning can sometimes lead to the right drug.

Best Practices for Identifying and Treating Bipolar Disorder

Joel L. Young M.D. on February 25, 2020 in When Your Adult Child Breaks Your Heart

How to avoid common pitfalls when diagnosing and treating bipolar disorder.

How to avoid common pitfalls when diagnosing and treating bipolar disorder.

When Is Perfectly Hidden Depression (PHD) Not All There Is?

Margaret R Rutherford Ph.D. on February 18, 2020 in Perfectly Hidden Depression

PHD is a way of perceiving yourself, and not a gospel by any means. But there are some psychological disorders that may share its traits, and those can be vital to identify.

PHD is a way of perceiving yourself, and not a gospel by any means. But there are some psychological disorders that may share its traits, and those can be vital to identify.

Buttigieg Mental Health Plan Would Fund Needed Community Programs

Carolyn Reinach Wolf on February 12, 2020 in From the Desk of the Mental Health Lawyer

It’s worth reviewing the comprehensive plan put forth by a serious contender for the Democratic nomination.

It’s worth reviewing the comprehensive plan put forth by a serious contender for the Democratic nomination.

Bipolar and Looking for Love

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on February 12, 2020 in Legal Matters

Anne Hathaway’s character in an episode of "Modern Love" is a great example of why it is not a good idea to hide a personality disorder in a relationship.

Anne Hathaway’s character in an episode of "Modern Love" is a great example of why it is not a good idea to hide a personality disorder in a relationship.

Are Positive and Negative Emotions Really Opposites?

Egon Dejonckheere Ph.D. on February 10, 2020 in Emotions and Well-Being

Recent research suggests that the link between positive and negative feelings is not as clear-cut as previously thought.

Recent research suggests that the link between positive and negative feelings is not as clear-cut as previously thought.

Restoring Melancholia as a Diagnostic Entity

Mark L. Ruffalo D.Psa., L.C.S.W. on January 24, 2020 in From Freud to Fluoxetine

The classic psychiatric concept of melancholia represents a distinct mood disorder. Should it be reincluded as such in future versions of DSM?

The classic psychiatric concept of melancholia represents a distinct mood disorder. Should it be reincluded as such in future versions of DSM?

Is Hypomania Normal?

Greg Murray Ph.D. on January 22, 2020 in Understanding Bipolar Disorder

Have you wondered what the difference is between hypomania and mania, or hypomania and normal excitement?

Have you wondered what the difference is between hypomania and mania, or hypomania and normal excitement?

The Impact of Air Pollution on Mental Health

James Lake, MD on January 8, 2020 in Integrative Mental Health Care

Accumulating research on air pollution points to an increased risk of depression and other psychiatric disorders.

Accumulating research on air pollution points to an increased risk of depression and other psychiatric disorders.

Bipolar Disorder Has a Softer Side

Alex Dimitriu M.D. on January 6, 2020 in Psychiatry and Sleep

Identifying bipolar disorder's "softer side" can be a challenge.

Identifying bipolar disorder's "softer side" can be a challenge.

Do Pet Dogs Affect the Risk of Schizophrenia in Humans?

Stanley Coren PhD., DSc, FRSC on January 6, 2020 in Canine Corner

New data finds that children living with a pet dog before the age of 12 may reduce their risk of later schizophrenia by as much as 24 percent.

New data finds that children living with a pet dog before the age of 12 may reduce their risk of later schizophrenia by as much as 24 percent.

Self-Scrutiny and Bipolar Disorder: A Unique Necessity

Russ Federman Ph.D., A.B.P.P. on January 5, 2020 in Bipolar You

Those living with bipolarity constantly face the challenge of self-monitoring.

Those living with bipolarity constantly face the challenge of self-monitoring.

Let There Be Light

Samoon Ahmad M.D. on January 3, 2020 in Balanced

Many individuals struggle with low mood and lack of motivation during the late autumn and winter. For some, these symptoms may be indistinguishable from depression.

Many individuals struggle with low mood and lack of motivation during the late autumn and winter. For some, these symptoms may be indistinguishable from depression.

Should Anxiety Remain a Stand-Alone Disorder in the DSM?

David Hanscom, MD on January 3, 2020 in Anxiety: Another Name for Pain

All living creatures have an anxiety response that enables survival. Humans call it anxiety, and it drives most psychological diagnoses. Should it be considered separately?

All living creatures have an anxiety response that enables survival. Humans call it anxiety, and it drives most psychological diagnoses. Should it be considered separately?

Surprise Holiday Bills?

Lisa Zeiderman Esq., CFL on January 2, 2020 in Legal Matters

You may be facing unwanted bills after a spouse’s manic spending. There are ways to protect yourself.

You may be facing unwanted bills after a spouse’s manic spending. There are ways to protect yourself.

Seasonal Mood Changes: Longer Days can be Good News

Robert A. Lavine Ph.D. on December 31, 2019 in Neuro Behavioral Betterment

Now that days are getting longer, many people with mood swings can look forward to better days ahead. Some clinicians see a whole spectrum of seasonal mood problems.

Now that days are getting longer, many people with mood swings can look forward to better days ahead. Some clinicians see a whole spectrum of seasonal mood problems.

How to Have a Conversation About Medication in Therapy

Michael G. Pipich MS, LMFT on December 28, 2019 in Owning Bipolar

Fear and stigma can disrupt the role of medications in psychological care. But a knowledgable, open discussion can improve overall success in therapy.

Fear and stigma can disrupt the role of medications in psychological care. But a knowledgable, open discussion can improve overall success in therapy.