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Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is a type of depression that occurs in new mothers after giving birth to their baby. It is most...
Combating Seasonal Teen Depression in the Summer
Updated on 07/03/23 Seasonal teen depression during the summer may sound oxymoronic. After all, isn’t seasonal depression more common during the...
How to Talk About Depression to Friends and Co-workers
Depression is a mood disorder that affects 15 million adults in the United States and can have a drastic effect on...
For Parents and Teenagers: Expectations Before Starting Depression Treatment
The major depressive disorder affects more than 15 million adults in the United States and presents with feelings of sadness, sleep...
Working in the Food Industry with an Addiction
Whether it is chopping fresh vegetables, picking out raw meat, preparing a delicate chocolate dessert or serving a patron a delicious...
How Perfectionism Drastically Differs From OCD
Perfectionism and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are two distinct concepts, despite some similarities. OCD is a psychological disorder that is associated with...
National Mental Health Month
Since 1949, national mental health organizations across the United States have dedicated the month of May as National Mental Health month...
Recognizing the Difference Between Worry and Stress and Full-Fledged Anxiety
Many things can make us anxious; politics, work, social media, family tension, a 24-hour news cycle. Occasional mild anxiety is healthy...
The Rising Cost of Mental Health and Substance Abuse in the United States
The United States spends approximately $113 billion dollars per year on mental health care and $600 billion dollars per year on...