Knowing how depression works can help you better support loved ones who are struggling. By Dr. Richard W. SearsClinical psychologist and Zen teacher Introduction If you’ve never experienced clinical depression,…
A person’s style of making decisions can have an impact on their mental health. By Eugene Lee DavidsAssociate Professor University of Pretoria Introduction Each day we make thousands of decisions, starting with what…
New research shows that people with depression use words such as ‘always’, ‘nothing’ or ‘completely’ more often than others. By Mohammed Al-MosaiwiPhD Candidate in Psychology University of Reading Introduction From the way you move and sleep,…
A new book explores how different mindfulness practices can change our relationship with depression. By Deborah YipMedical student at the University of California, San Francisco Introduction For many people, depression…
A philosopher explains how to learn from the stoicism of Roman philosophers to cope with present-day troubles. By Robert S. ColterAssociate Lecturer, PhilosophyUniversity of Wyoming Introduction Depression is on the rise. A study conducted by the World Health Organization found an…
My father Lindsay Fry passed away suddenly eight months ago. He had end stage cancer, which was found well advanced on his lung and spine. By Craig FryAdjunct Associate Professor of Public Health Victoria…
For some, emptiness is a chronic, life-limiting issue. But how can we quantify such a complex feeling? By Dr. Shona Joyce HerronSenior Clinical Psychologist UCL Introduction Imagine a hollowness deep in…
Depression can have a profound impact on mothers and their children. But women often have no idea that they have depression – nor do their medical providers. By Dr. Tiffany Moore SimasAssociate Professor of Obstetrics-Gynecology and PediatricsUMass Chan Medical…
New research suggests that people who previously suffered from depression can thrive and live happier lives than before. Why aren’t more people aware of that? By Dr. Jonathan RottenbergProfessor of PsychologyUniversity of South…
In his new book, John Corey Whaley tackles the subject of mental illness and challenges stigmas that keep many teen boys from seeking help with depression and anxiety. By s.e. smithNorthern…
