In-Person vs. Virtual Therapy: What’s the Same and What’s Different?
Virtual therapy, also known as teletherapy or online therapy, has become increasingly popular as more people turn online for mental health support, especially in the wake of pandemic-related health concerns. Clients often choose virtual therapy because of its...
My parents don’t understand my OCD: What should I do?
About 1 in 200 children and adolescents suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms. OCD is a mental health condition that can affect people of all ages, including teens. However, for many adolescents, talking to their parents about their struggles with...
How do guys deal with grief (and what can I do to help)?
There is often a stigma for men around grief. They’re typically expected to conceal their grief or stifle it. This can make it hard for men to fully experience loss and heal from it. If you’re someone who wants to help a guy you know the deal with their grief, keep...
My teen keeps missing school because of depression and anxiety: What can I do?
Depression and anxiety are prevalent mental health issues among teenagers; about 70% of teens say that anxiety and depression are major problems among their peers. Unfortunately, these disorders can cause physical and emotional symptoms that make it difficult for...
5 ways to help an adult child with depression
Depression, also referred to as major depressive disorder, is a mental health condition that is characterized by extensive and recurring periods of sadness or low mood. Depressive disorders are highly common, affecting nearly 10% of the adult population in the United...
5 strategies to help you recover from a panic attack
If you’re reading this article, you’re probably no stranger to panic attacks. The feeling of sudden and intense fear overwhelming your body is not new to you, but perhaps you’re still struggling with managing your panic attacks. Maybe you have never personally...
Understanding bipolar blackouts (and what to do about them)
Bipolar disorder affects about 4% of adults in the U.S. It’s a mental disorder that involves intensive periods of mania and depression. Each can last for weeks to months at a time. This disorder is one that continues throughout a person’s lifetime, while episodes of...
“I can’t draw anymore”: What to do when depression is stealing your passions
Are you someone who enjoys creative projects and activities like drawing? Have you not been able to draw anymore after a major depressive episode? You’re not alone. Depression is a type of major depressive disorder that causes people to experience low moods and a lack...
Depression or Laziness: Why Doesn’t My Teenager Seem to Care About Life?
Laziness and depression are two distinct, yet often intertwined, mental health issues that can have a significant impact on a person’s daily life. Laziness refers to a lack of motivation to engage in productive activities and can be caused by a variety of factors,...