Depression

Podcast roundup: The launch of crisis hotline 988

November 11, 2022 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA

Curious about the 988 crisis hotline? These five podcasts feature in-depth interviews with mental health and crisis experts about this new national resource.

Should you quit your job for your mental health?

July 27, 2023 | Written by Suzi Sena, EdS, LPC

It’s normal for work to feel stressful sometimes. But when it starts to affect your mental health, it may be time to consider your options.

Mindfulness and mental health: Techniques and therapies

August 1, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Mindfulness techniques can be helpful in managing symptoms of anxiety, stress, and depression. They can also help you feel more present in the moment.

Grief, bipolar disorder, and a father’s love

August 1, 2023 | Written by Tracey Lynn Lloyd

Losing a parent is painful for everyone. When you’re also living with bipolar disorder, caring for yourself as you grieve can be especially complicated.

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.

The year of canceled plans

August 3, 2023 | Published by Psychotherapy Networker

As all of us in the United States move into the coming months, a full year into COVID life, our personal losses will come into focus. If we don’t process...

Is it seasonal affective disorder or the winter blues?

August 3, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

Seasonal affective disorder is a form of depression that can significantly affect your life during the winter months. Learn how to recognize and treat it.

Insomnia: Causes, symptoms, effects, and treatments

August 14, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Can’t sleep? Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, and/or getting restful sleep.

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

August 14, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) can be a highly effective treatment for severe depression and other medication-resistant mental health disorders.

Chronic pain and mental health

August 14, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Chronic pain and mental health share a complex relationship, but those who struggle with both can find treatment options to improve their quality of life.