Mental health is an evolving landscape. Get the latest on trends and research surrounding depression and anxiety.
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Therapy: Go Solo or Join the Group?
Sorting it out 1:1 on a therapist’s couch is a proven treatment option for depression and anxiety. But researchers say there may be an equally effective (and cheaper) alternative. According to a study published in European Psychiatry, mindfulness-based group therapy is just as effective as individual cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) …
No More Guessing: Blood Test Predicts Antidepressant Effectiveness
Prescribing and taking antidepressants has always been a game of trial and error. What worked for our friends may fail us altogether. It often takes multiple attempts – recalculating dosages or switching medications – before finding an effective treatment. It’s not surprising when frustrated patients give up, but new research …
A Silver Lining to Depression? Letting Go May Be Easier
Depression might be good for something after all. A new study reveals that people with depression may be less likely to cling to unattainable goals, therefore making room for opportunity in other areas of their life. Our society praises perseverance and we’re often told that with enough effort, we can …
Social Media May Be Making You Depressed
Maybe you’ve heard of Facebook Depression. Perhaps you’ve even experienced it. Scroll through your feed and you’re immediately bombarded with feelings of jealousy or sadness. You begin to think your life barely stacks up compared to those of your friends. Negative thoughts swirl in your mind and your self-esteem takes …
Depression Treatment: What Are Outpatient Programs Like?
After months of displaying severe depression symptoms, but refusing to address it, I was forced to face my mental health struggles head-on. I could no longer get out of bed, I felt hopeless for reasons I couldn’t pinpoint and my husband and I were out of options. I’d let this …
