My experience with depression and how I overcome it
Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
Common examples...
6 foods to avoid if you have anxiety
We all experience stress and anxiety from time to time.
In those moments, it can be tempting to quell emotions with food. For some, food...
6 things trauma survivors can relate to
Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape or natural disaster.
Immediately after the event, shock and denial are typical. Longer-term...
6 lies your anxiety constantly tells you
Do you struggle with anxiety?
When was the last time you felt completely at peace with your life and self? Are you always overwhelmed by...
COVID-19 traumatic stress may predict PTSD
In a new study from Georgia State University, researchers found the pandemic has taken a substantial toll on mental health—and for a subset of...
5 differences between generalized anxiety disorder and normal anxiety
Differentiating between normal anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can be tricky.
GAD is marked by excessive, exaggerated anxiety and worry about everyday life events for no...
8 signs of major depressive disorder everyone needs to know
Major Depressive Disorder, or MDD, is perhaps the most severe type of depressive disorder.
Depression, or major depression, is frequently mentioned and is often discussed...
Smoking may increase your social isolation and loneliness
Previous research has found that people who are isolated and lonely are more likely to smoke.
In a new study from Imperial College London and...
Scientists find best way to fix a sad mood
What’s the best way to improve a sad mood?
It may be whatever skill you think you’re best at, a new study suggests.
Think you’re good...
5 things not to say to someone with depression
Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
The persistent...