What’s the Connection Between Apathy and Depression?
Major depressive disorder (MDD) doesn’t always look like sadness or feeling “down.” Many people with depression experience a lack of energy or emotion. They may not feel drawn to interact with people or engage in activities they usually care about. This feeling is...
The Relationship Between Bipolar Disorder and Postpartum Symptoms
One of the most common symptoms of pregnancy is mood changes. However, they don’t immediately go away following the delivery. After you give birth, your hormonal changes can continue to cause elevated emotions and mood swings. While this is expected for women in the...
Consider These 8 Factors That May Contribute to the Feeling of Being Unwanted
Feeling wanted, accepted and loved are some of the most fundamental human needs. According...
How Teens Can Navigate Life While Grieving the Loss of a Parent
Grief is a complex process that we all experience at one time or another in our lives. It’s always difficult and never truly gets easier with age. You just learn how to navigate through the grieving process. However, for teens who are still learning how to regulate...
How Long Do Bipolar Blackouts Typically Last?
When you get overwhelmed by negative thoughts and feelings, it can feel like your brain is in a fog. While it’s possible to experience this feeling with severe stress and anxiety, it’s also possible when you’re having a manic bipolar disorder episode known as a...
Heads Up, College Students: Paying for Your Own Mental Health Treatment May Become Easier Toward the End of the Year
As a college student, you probably don’t have a lot of extra money to spend on mental health care. If you have health insurance, the services you need may be covered. However, there are a few details that affect how much your insurance will pay toward your total...
Looking Ahead at Your Teen’s Mental Health Treatment? Here’s Why the Holiday Season Is More Affordable for Those Paying Out of Pocket
By the time winter break rolls around, many teens are exhausted from final exams and after-school activities. With fewer hours of sunlight each day and less time outside, those with depression and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) are likely to notice more symptoms...
Anticipatory Grief: A Coping Guide
Life is unpredictable, and it’s not often that we know exactly what to expect. However, sometimes there are instances where you know that something unfortunate and upsetting is going to happen — you’re just not sure when. That anticipation can be incredibly...
What May Be Behind Recurring Feelings of Guilt With No Reason?
The pressures we face on a daily basis can make us feel guilty about a lot of things. You may have felt guilty on past occasions about taking up someone’s time, making a mistake or even eating a candy bar. Guilt is an important emotion that can keep us from doing...