How I Prioritize Dealing With My DepressionWe are all so busy in our daily lives that sometimes we do not take the time to slow down and look...reactions
Medication Management of My Major Depressive DisorderOver the years, I have tried a variety of medications to manage my major depressive disorder. It has been such a long...reactions
Chronic Pain and DepressionI've been sad and anxious for most of my life. That's not an inherently negative statement, it's just the truth about my...reactions
Depression, Anger, and Processing Emotions in TherapyWhen I was last in any sort of sustained individual treatment, I worked with Dr. Lev*, a psychiatrist who specialized in borderline...reactions
Drinking Your DepressionStep 1. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol, and that our lives had become unmanageable. For many of us, depression has...reactions
I Think We're Alone Now: Isolating With DepressionMy friends and family often ask me why I don't go out more often. They know, after many years of knowing my...reactions
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 things...reactions
4 Methods for Managing Housework with DepressionIt is raining outside, which means my body physically hurts. So, I am sitting on the couch with my dogs. Unfortunately, I...reactions
A Depression Diagnosis: It's Not "All In Your Head"Depression chooses its victims. The condition will rob them of their joy and steal every moment of their happiness. As a young...reactions
The Challenges of Finding the Right PsychiatristBetween my diagnoses of major depressive disorder with psychotic features, the anorexia, and the borderline personality disorder, I've worked with a lot...reactions
Beautiful MonsterMy mother is a Tibetan Buddhist and has been studying meditation and mindfulness for about 50 years. Nowadays, she tunes into online...reactions
Suicidal Attempts: A ReflectionContent Note: This article describes suicide. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. Much...reactions
Closer to Fine: A Diagnosis That Never DisappearsI knew I had severe mental health issues before I knew that major depressive disorder (MDD) existed. When I was a newly...reactions
5 Ways I Prioritize My Well-being 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
6 Things Not to Say to Someone with DepressionLike with any illness, it is difficult for people to always know the "right" thing to say. So how about we flip...reactions
Depressed MomI've had depression and anxiety since I was a teenager, so I knew as I was contemplating motherhood, I would have to...reactions
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...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
Depression and Identifying as AsexualThe first time I thought about my sexuality was during my first year in high school. I was pitching on the softball...reactions
Unraveling the Layers of Mental Health StigmaWhile several health conditions face problems related to stigma, the stigma around individuals with mental health conditions is some of the most...reactions
