Depression Treatment

We all want to be liked. It’s more than simply enjoying one another’s company. It’s affirmation, a signal that we matter. That we belong. However, many people go about trying to be liked in an actually harmful way. They actively seek approval from others. That’s how external validation works. But there’s a problem there. External…

Has it been hard for you to focus and concentrate lately? Trying to remember even basic things such as a grocery list or an appointment may have been really difficult. And has it been next to impossible to get any work done? You may be struggling with memory loss and lack of concentration due to…

Have you ever considered the negative effects of staying indoors? Okay, realistically, camping may not be your thing. There’s no way that you could be convinced that spending a weekend in a tent is fun. You’d much prefer to stay in the comfort of your home and watch TV. Still, just because you don’t like…

“Will it ever get any better?” You may have found yourself asking this question, or something similar, over the last few months. And who would blame you? COVID-19 has affected every aspect of our society. What were once typical activities—going out to eat, attending a sporting event, or even getting a hug from a friend—are now met…

Everyone knows someone who seems like they have “got it all together.” They have an amazing job, go on exotic and exciting vacations, and always seem to be up to date with the latest fashions. At least, that’s the way things seem to be on their social media feeds. However, what if the reality was different. Instead…

Traditional thinking says that people need to be with other humans to stay psychologically and emotionally balanced. There is certainly some truth to that. However, in modern times people are finding different, nontraditional social strategies to overcome loneliness and depression. Whether you are, by nature, solitary person or have struggled with feeling connected during the…

You’ve tried traditional therapy for your depression and it was sort of working. But it was difficult to just make it to the therapist’s office on time. And then, life threw you some big curveball that you weren’t expecting. You know therapy is important for treating your depression. So, what do you do now? Perhaps online therapy…

During social distancing, it can be easy to slip into depression and isolation. Loneliness has always been an issue that’s linked to depression and depressive feelings. Even in the best of times, people with depression can still feel isolated and disconnected from others. And in difficult moments, those feelings can become crippling. But finding hope is still…

Most people, at some point in their lives, experience loneliness. However, this usually occurs only for short periods of time. One example is the student who moves away to college for their first semester. They feel lonely at first, but quickly make new friendships and connections at school. Sadly, though, some people struggle with chronic loneliness—feeling disconnected…

Depression and compulsive behaviors often occur at the same time. In fact, it is estimated that as many as two-thirds of those who have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) will experience depression as well. Why does this happen? The answer to this question is more complicated and nuanced than you might realize at first. But there is…