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Realistic Actions for When Depression Hits Hard
When depression feels overwhelming, even small tasks can seem impossible. In this blog, we explore simple, realistic actions that can help when you're struggling to find motivation. From tiny wins to structured daily routines, discover actionable steps you can take to create progress. Learn how to break tasks into manageable pieces, protect your mental well-being, and take care of yourself during tough times.
The Benefits of Connection in Group Therapy
Group therapy is a meaningful and special experience that offers unique benefits beyond individual therapy. While individual therapy provides personalized support tailored to your specific needs, group therapy offers the opportunity to connect with others who are on a similar journey of healing.
Surviving Single During February
If you’re struggling with currently being single or are in a place where you crave a romantic relationship, this month might be a little bit harder for you than others. While it can feel like Valentine's Day is exclusively reserved for those in romantic relationships, with a few mindset shifts and skills, this month presents a unique opportunity for singles to celebrate self-care, personal growth, and the joy of being independent.
Feeling the Winter Blues?
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often referred to as the winter blues, is a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern. As the days grow shorter and sunlight diminishes, some individuals find themselves grappling with mood changes and energy slumps. Learn more about SAD, the causes, and treatments available.
Coping With Loss During a Joyous Season
For many, the holidays are a time for gathering, giving, and celebration. While it can be a time of joy, gratitude, and parties, it can also be when our losses and hurts stand in stark contrast to those around us. When we are navigating loss, a powerful path to healing is building special spaces and habits around the feelings of love and joy embodied by the person or experience for which we are grieving.
First-World Problems Are Still Real-Life Problems
Dr. Benjamin Metta Penhas discussed why it’s important to validate our issues and problems, even when they may be considered “first world problems.” The impact of how invalidating our concerns can have negative effects on our lives is discussed and these issues are addressed within the context of recognizing and being grateful for the privilege some of us have been afforded.
Journaling for Mental Health
Journaling has been shown by no small amount of research to be helpful in many ways. Learn how journaling can be helpful for mental health as well as a few ways to get started!
7 Ways to Increase Happiness this Week
7 science-based strategies that can help increase feelings of happiness in your life.
Planning Pleasant Activities
Pleasant activity planning is a powerful tool that can increase feelings of joy and accomplishment in your life.
Healthy Sleep Habits for Better Sleep
Sleep is fundamental to good emotional and physical health. Taking time to change some sleep habits can greatly improve your sleep quality and help you feel better able to cope with day-to-day stressors as well as make your body more able to defend against illnesses.
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Depression (PPD) is experienced by hundreds of thousands of women in the US every year. Learn how to recognize the signs of PPD and learn about resources available to you or a loved one who may be suffering with PPD.
5 Things You May Not Know About Depression
What is depression and how it it different from sadness?