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Experiences of Depression: Irritability and Anger October 10, 2011 . 134 Comments
This article is part of a series that explores the ways specific “clusters” of depression symptoms manifest to create different experiences of depression. The previous article in this ... Read More
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Don’t Fall Into the Trap of the “Relief Divorce” October 5, 2011 . 9 Comments
I have been in practice long enough to see many couples and families develop over the past thirty years. While there are countless stories over a full range of topics, one that greatly ... Read More
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Negative Feedback May Exacerbate Depression and Anxiety in Perfectionists September 19, 2011 . 8 Comments
For individuals who attempt to maintain a perfect persona, criticism can be difficult to accept. But a new study suggests that perfectionists who receive negative feedback may actually ... Read More
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Late Night Negative Thoughts Linked to Higher Levels of Depression September 12, 2011 . 5 Comments
Individuals with depression often experience uncontrollable negative thoughts. This process, known as rumination, has been found to be a major symptom of depression. In a recent study, ... Read More
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Does Society Make People Feel Bad About Feeling Sad? August 4, 2011 . 13 Comments
According to a new study, certain cultures actually make people feel worse about feeling bad. Researchers at the University of Queensland, the University of Leuven, the University of Melbourne, ... Read More
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Excessive Pain, Often Suicidal Type May 9, 2011 . 35 Comments
This article contains detailed information and accounts of suicidal ideation & behavior. If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, get help now. To continue to discuss ... Read More
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Many Depressed Teens Never Ask for Help May 5, 2011 . 7 Comments
A new article reveals that most teens that struggle with depression do not receive treatment. Each year, almost 2 million teens report having experienced an episode of major depression. ... Read More
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Experiences of Depression: Self-Attack April 11, 2011 . 16 Comments
This article is part of a series that explores the ways that specific “clusters” of depression symptoms manifest to create different experiences of depression. The previous article ... Read More
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Experiences of Depression: Low Emotional Energy Inhibits Ambition March 2, 2011 . 20 Comments
Depression varies from person to person and episode to episode, not only in its degree of intensity and disability, but also by which types of symptoms the depressed person experiences. ... Read More
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Depression Medications: Side Effects and Libido, a Follow-Up February 23, 2011 . 14 Comments
Since my last blog, Depression Medications: How Can You Get Your Libido Back? a number of you have asked for more information about possible sexual side effects caused by antidepressants. ... Read More
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Depression the Leading Cause of College Dropout February 22, 2011 . 10 Comments
An estimated 40% of students who begin college don’t graduate from their initial school within six years. While some take longer or transfer to a different institution, a great deal of ... Read More
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Emotional Abuse: Is It Traumatic? January 19, 2011 . 15 Comments
When a loved one hurts you through excessive criticism, put downs or abuse of any kind, you experience emotional and often simultaneous physical pain. But can emotional abuse be considered ... Read More