Recognizing Signs of a Downward Spiral (and Tips for Not Falling Into It)When you have had major depressive disorder for as long as I have, it becomes easier to recognize the signs when your...reactions
Dating Apps and Depression: What I Learned at 63 Starting OverI recently left a difficult love relationship, moved 2000 miles away, and began a new life by entering a three-year master's program...reactions
Protect Your Peace GiveawayThis May, in honor of Mental Health Month, we want to give back to our incredible community. Navigating depression often means navigating...reactions
Why Depression Causes Appetite ChangesDepression is more than just feeling sad. It is a serious medical condition that affects your whole body. It can change your...reactions
6 Signs You’re Making Progress in Your Depression JourneyI have lived with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) for a long time. When depression strikes, I literally feel like I am going...reactions
The Symptoms of Depression People Don’t SeeIt’s no secret that I have depression — as a mental health advocate I tell almost everyone I meet, but lately I’ve...reactions
5 Ways I Cope With Major Depressive DisorderI have battled major depressive disorder, known as MDD, for years. It is a daily challenge affecting everything, from relationships to sleep...reactions
My Depression's InsomniaYet again, I find myself in my recliner instead of in my bed. My dogs have faithfully followed me to the living...reactions
Living With Treatment-Resistant DepressionWhen I was first diagnosed with depression almost 20 years ago, I thought it was no big deal. Of course, I was...reactions
Like Mother, Like Daughter: A Shared Depression DiagnosisI have not always felt like Eeyore, Winnie-the-Pooh's depressed friend. But 2023 was a rough year for me and I’m glad to...reactions
Coping With Decision ParalysisDecision paralysis is when someone has a big emotional reaction when making a decision. With decision paralysis, you might spend a long...reactions
Coping with Depression as a MomI've had my struggle with depression and anxiety since I was a teenager, so I knew as I was contemplating motherhood, I...reactions
What Research Says About Vitamin D for DepressionDepression is a complex condition. Many different factors can play a role in how you feel. You might have heard that vitamin...reactions
Depression: My Constant Companion?We all know someone like depression. She resembles a person you might meet at a party who follows you around the room...reactions
Thriving With Major Depressive Disorder: 3 Essential Coping StrategiesMajor depressive disorder (MDD) can be challenging to manage, but there are a variety of coping strategies that can make management easier...reactions
How to Help Someone With Depression: 6 Things Not to SayLike with any illness, it is difficult for people to always know the "right" thing to say. Especially when trying to support...reactions
Unplugging to Recharge: How a Tech Detox Can Help DepressionThe world feels very loud today. Most people carry a tiny computer in their pockets. We use screens for school, work, and...reactions
Do You Talk About Your Depression?Recently, I was thinking about the question: How much do you say about your depression? If you are like me, the answer...reactions
New Year, Same MeI don't make New Year's resolutions. (But if you do, I think that’s great!) When I do, it makes me feel bad...reactions
Coping With Depression During the HolidaysI love the holiday season. I'm one of those moms who loves to move her kids' Elf of the Shelf buddies and...reactions
