Dealing with Isolation Urges
There is nothing wrong with wanting to spend time alone and many people who identify as introverts usually feel re-energized by having lots of time to themselves. Although it can feel good to cancel plans and choose to have a night in, it is important to be able to identify when tendencies toward isolation are…
Going to Treatment in Retirement
While it may seem like the younger generation is more prone to developing issues with addiction, the reality is that older adults have high rates of addiction as well especially with prescription drugs. It may seem intimidating for older adults to have to attend rehab in their retirement years but it can be crucial to…
Women Who Work Long Hours Higher Depression Rates
The levels of stress that a person experiences in their daily life can have a strong impact on their mental health. Studies have revealed that longer work hours can cause symptoms of depression, especially among adult women. This is even more of a problem now that people have round the clock access to work through…
Do You Need to Connect with Your Therapist?
There are many different qualities that you may want to look for when you are seeking a therapist to help you. Not all therapists are the same and each one will have a different approach, personality and way of interacting with you. One of the most important things to have in your relationship with your…
Persistent Depressive Disorder Also Known as Dysthymia
When someone has a mental illness, their goal is often to reduce their symptoms as much as they possibly can. Unfortunately, certain conditions can be chronic which makes it much more difficult to manage and ever fully eliminate symptoms. Many people live with chronic and persistent depression also known as dysthymia which can be treated…
Menopausal Depression
When women reach the age when they experience menopause, they must go through a lot of physical and hormonal changes that can affect their wellbeing. Declining estrogen levels can cause women to go through a lot of dramatic emotional changes. Along with physical symptoms such as hot flashes, many women also deal with some feelings…
Why is Therapy Not Working for Me?
Mental illness and emotional issues can be very complex and not everyone responds to treatment for the first time for various reasons. If someone has been dealing with depression for many years and decides to go to therapy as a last resort, they may feel disappointed that it doesn’t cure them right away. The reality…
Hiding Depression from My Kids
Even though every parent wants to be as healthy as possible in order to raise their children, the reality is that sometimes parents must deal with mental illness. Depression is a common problem in the U.S. and many parents are struggling to raise their kids while also trying to deal with their own mental health…
Depression as a Response to Stress?
Everyone responds differently to stress and some people may have negative reactions that affect their mental health. Depending on genetic factors and many other variables, an individual may be more susceptible to stress and feel overwhelmed by it while others might feel energized and want to overcome the challenge. People that are more sensitive to…
Can You Be Ambitious and Depressed?
The typical image that people associate with depression is someone who can’t get out of bed, is unemployed or can’t get much done because of their feelings. The reality that people with very high ambitions who work very hard can also develop symptoms of depression. In fact the desire to be successful and depression are…
