Nearly 5.7 million U.S. adults are affected by bipolar disorder (sometimes referred to as manic-depressive disorder). Key Points Those living with bipolar disorder often require lifelong treatment. Symptoms include depression, severe mood swings, and hypomania....
HAVING A BABY IS AN AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE, BUT IT CAN TRIGGER A RANGE OF POWERFUL EMOTIONS FROM EXCITEMENT AND JOY TO FEAR AND ANXIETY. The birth of a baby can also result in something unexpected: depression. It is not uncommon for most new moms to...
The holiday season is sold as a time of joy, togetherness, and warmth. However, for many, the reality of holiday dinner isn’t always quite so pleasant. Whether it’s that one relative who insists on prying into your personal life or the heated political...
In today’s go-go-go world, it’s easy to overlook the small, everyday habits that can have a significant impact on your mental health. Improving your mental well-being can feel like yet another thing to do in a day that is already too short but it doesn’t...
Autumn’s arrival means brisk mornings, bright leaves, and the excitement of Halloween’s approach. Families plan costumes and carve pumpkins, and neighborhood homes receive eerie makeovers. For those living with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), however, Halloween...
As winter approaches, the days get shorter, and the nights grow longer. While many of us look forward to hot cocoa and cozy evenings, for some, this change in season can bring about a different kind of feeling—winter seasonal depression, commonly referred to as...
