Release Me: Depression and Loss of ControlWhat is the biggest depression-related hurdle to accomplishing your goals in your everyday life? Every person has a different answer to that...reactions
The Migraine and Depression Connection: Understanding the LinkImagine having a headache so bad it feels like thunder rumbling inside your head, making you sensitive to light and sound, and...reactions
Depression and Living AloneHumans crave social engagement. Relationships and community are vital to our well-being. Sometimes our social circle gets smaller for one reason or...reactions
Being Vigilant and Proactive Pays Off When You Are Suffering From DepressionIt's been almost eleven years since my most recent suicide attempt and psychiatric hospitalization which I attribute to a combination of taking...reactions
Depression's Relationship With AnxietyDepression and anxiety are the 2 most common mental health disorders. They have symptoms that overlap. For many people, depression and anxiety...reactions
What Is a Depressive Episode?Depression is a common mental illness. It affects about 5 percent of adults worldwide. Having a depressive episode is part of the...reactions
Coping With Depression FatigueDepression, which is sometimes called major depressive disorder (MDD) or clinical depression, is a common mental health issue. Symptoms of depression can...reactions
Sleep Problems Associated With DepressionSleep is an important part of our physical health. It also plays a major role in our mental health. However, people with...reactions
Coping Tools for Depression: Take Our Polls!Depression sucks. And it can feel like an uphill battle trying to find ways to cope. Tools, techniques, therapies... There's a lot...reactions
What You Should Know about Depression with PsychosisDepression, or major depressive disorder (MDD), is a common mental health condition. MDD is an overarching term that includes several types of...reactions
What Is EMDR, and Is It Good for Depression?If you live with depression, you may have experienced traumatic and stressful life events. These painful events can cause feelings of low...reactions
EFT (Tapping) for DepressionEmotional freedom technique (EFT) is also known as tapping. The practice has been shown to ease stress and anxiety within minutes. It...reactions
Why Is It So Hard to Find a Therapist?For some people living with depression, deciding to reach out to a therapist can be a difficult decision. But this decision can...reactions
How Pets Help Me Live With DepressionDepression has a way of making those living with it feel completely alone. Additionally, isolation has a way of increasing the risk...reactions
7 Tips for Navigating College with DepressionCollege can be overwhelming, especially when you are prone to experiencing depression. Adults are returning to college at all ages these days...reactions
What Really Happens If I Call the Suicide Hotline?Suicidal thoughts (ideation) are a common symptom of depression, and a related resource is the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a free...reactions
People Don't Fake Depression, They Fake Being HappyI've been mentally ill for decades, and there have been some dark days. So dark I had to be hospitalized for 6...reactions
How My Spouse Experiences My DepressionMy depression takes up so much room in my life. It sucks out all the air of every room, and because of...reactions
I've Got The Music In Me: Finding What Helps Me CopeMy parents raised their kids on music from a very young age. Mom sang old washing songs for us as she rinsed...reactions
MDD-Related FatigueThe question of how I'm doing is usually met with one of the following quippy sayings, "I'm hanging in there," or "livin'...reactions