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How to tell the difference between sadness and depression

August 3, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

The characteristics of sadness and the symptoms of depression can look similar. Follow this guidance to tell them apart and seek treatment as needed.

Topics:

Depression Disorders Emotional Health Emotions Mood Disorders Sadness

Fear: What it is and how to manage it

July 31, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Fear is a common, natural emotion that helps keep us safe, but having too much can make it hard to function. Find out how to recognize and manage your fears.

Topics:

Anxiety Emotions Fear Phobias Trauma

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Ask a Therapist: Fears and anxieties

June 28, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team | Featuring Kevin Chapman, PhD, and Ilyse Kennedy, LPC, LMFT

Join host Amye Archer and guests Kevin Chapman and Ilyse Kennedy for insightful advice on managing everyday parental anxiety and pandemic travel fear.

Topics:

Anxiety Ask a Therapist COVID Emotions Family Fear Parenting

A woman wearing sunglasses smiles into the sun with a blue sky behind her

What happiness isn’t

March 14, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

It’s easy to mistake excitement or achievement for happiness, but those adrenaline bursts fade quickly. Here’s how to spot and cultivate lasting happiness.

Topics:

Emotions Happiness Positive Psychology Positive Thinking Positivity Self-Awareness Self-Development Self-Improvement

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