The holidays may be seen as a time to relax and connect with loved ones but for an overwhelming number of adults, it’s just the opposite. A 2021 survey of 2,000 individuals saw 88% characterize the holidays as the most stressful time of the year. This means that...
Mental health struggles carry a burdensome social stigma, and this is never truer than in the case of bipolar disorder. Those who suffer from this debilitating illness know all too well how damaging this stigma can be. Meanwhile, those who might benefit from bipolar...
Around 16.2 million adults in the U.S. suffer at least one major depressive episode in their lifetime. Depression is the leading cause of disability among people between the ages 15-44, while anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness, affecting at least 40...
Living with major depressive disorder is not only an unenviable experience, but also an experience that is nearly impossible to empathize with. Those who do not carry a diagnosis of clinical depression will never understand the struggle of living with the weight of...
Burnout has been on the rise. According to the American Psychological Association’s 2021 Work and Well-being Survey, 79% of employees experienced work-related stress. Of these, 3 of 5 respondents reported measurable negative impacts including lack of interest,...
The internet is overflowing with natural remedies for depression but not all are the wonder cures they claim to be. Major depressive disorder is a serious medical condition that won’t be cured by St. John’s wort or saffron, alone. While many natural remedies for...
