Fighting depression is a tough battle. It’s completely possible to do it and come out triumphant on the other side, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy! You have to work for it to overcome depression, and sometimes that can mean quitting deeply ingrained habits that are holding you back or setting you up for failure.…
Depression is an incredibly common mental illness, and it doesn’t discriminate. Anyone can develop depression, no matter their background, demographic, or situation. Older adults, from early retirees to the very elderly, are all just as susceptible to depression as anyone else, but it can sometimes be difficult to spot amongst the normal changes of aging.…
Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses among American adults, but the widespread nature of this disorder is not only limited to people above eighteen. Anyone can have depression, including teenagers and children, and it’s not unusual for perfectly happy-seeming kids to develop it. Sometimes the onset of depression in children and adolescents…
Spring is a beautiful time of year. The birds are chirping, the bees are buzzing, the flowers are starting to bloom– and all that charm is completely nipped in the bud when you start sneezing. The CDC estimates that over 25% of adults in the U.S. struggle with seasonal allergies, so rest assured that you’re…
April is a time of year when the world is just starting to wake up again after the long winter. However, between tax season, spring cleaning, and the many other demands that the month brings, it can also be a very stressful time of year. It makes sense that April is both the National Month…
Valentine’s Day can be a time of excitement and joy for some people, but for others, it can be a stressful and emotionally challenging period. Whether you’re single or in a relationship, it’s essential to prioritize your mental health and well-being during this holiday to help prevent or mitigate feelings of isolation, depression, and more.…
These days, it’s unfortunately becoming more and more common to hear about companies that are laying off employees. Losing your job can pose financial challenges for you and your family, but what isn’t talked about as often is that job loss can seriously affect your mental health as well. Sadness and grief, feelings of worthlessness,…
For many of us, it has been a tough last-few years, dealing with everything from the pandemic to inflation. To help usher in October as Depression and Mental Health Awareness month, it can be a great time to focus on strategies that improve your mental health. The beginning of this week was actually World Mental…
