{"id":25926,"date":"2014-10-31T13:00:39","date_gmt":"2014-10-31T20:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.goodtherapy.org\/blog\/?p=25926"},"modified":"2015-12-07T13:34:44","modified_gmt":"2015-12-07T21:34:44","slug":"our-favorite-depression-blogs-from-around-the-web","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodtherapy.org\/blog\/our-favorite-depression-blogs-from-around-web-103114","title":{"rendered":"Our Favorite Depression Blogs from Around the Web"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"TeenageWhile stigma still surrounds nearly every mental health issue imaginable, some are plagued more than others. Depression<\/a> continues to be one of the least discussed mental health issues, though it is possibly the most commonly experienced. Not all causes of depression are apparent or even existent; it can start to affect the brain chemistry of anyone at any time, and many people are often unaware that it has become an issue.<\/p>\n

Because apathy and a sense of numbness are common side effects of depression, it can be extremely difficult to seek help or even start caring about recovery. Luckily, some people do enter therapy for help with depression and have reduced their symptoms and experienced healing. And many people are in the process of doing so now.<\/p>\n

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It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s important to hear stories from people during all stages of depression, which is why we\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re continuing our series of articles that recognize blogs about mental health issues with this roundup of depression-related blogs. We look for writers who, like us, are dedicated to eliminating stigma around mental health issues and educating others about their personal experiences. The authors featured below share this passion, and we encourage you to check out their sites!<\/p>\n

A Splintered Mind (DouglasCootey.com)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Douglas Cootey writes that he started blogging to achieve three things: reducing stigma, connecting with others who experienced similar mental health issues, and improving as a writer. His blog addresses ADHD<\/a> and depression with refreshing self-awareness, positivity, and humor. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Thinking negatively was making me miserable,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d writes Cootey. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153It took years of hard work to change how I looked at life, but now I feel quite optimistic. I see optimism<\/a> as a mindset that opens windows of opportunity and solutions and negativity as a mindset that closes those windows.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d Among the many reasons we admire A Splintered Mind<\/em> is its dedication to therapy as a method for healing (Cootey says he \u00e2\u20ac\u0153strongly advocates\u00e2\u20ac\u009d for cognitive behavioral therapy<\/a>) and support for mental health treatment without medication.<\/p>\n

Depression Marathon (DepressionMarathon.blogspot.com)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Etta is a runner and health professional who created Depression Marathon<\/em> as a way to combat stigma and record her treatment and recovery from depression. Studies show that exercise can have a significant positive impact on mental health, and Etta exemplifies this effect. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Running is so much a part of my life,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d she writes. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153It keeps me balanced and mentally healthy.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d For anyone experiencing depression and looking to incorporate physical fitness into a treatment plan, Depression Marathon<\/em> is an inspirational account of one woman\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s journey in self-reformation.<\/p>\n

Lawyers with Depression (LawyersWithDepression.com)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

With a title like Lawyers with Depression<\/em>, it might seem like this blog is appealing to a severely narrow niche. Don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t be fooled, though—every post contains some universal wisdom or helpful perspective on the experience of depression. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153The 25 Paradoxes of Depression,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d for instance, articulates some common symptoms associated with depression in terms many people aren\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t able to voice. The primary author of Lawyers with Depression <\/em>is Dan, a lawyer in Buffalo, New York. Dan also works with an organization in Buffalo called Compeer, which pairs mentors with individuals experiencing mental health issues.<\/p>\n

Hyperbole and a Half (HyperboleAndAHalf.blogspot.com.au)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Ever heard someone say, \u00e2\u20ac\u0153clean ALL THE THINGS!\u00e2\u20ac\u009d? This phrase, which has become a meme both on the Internet and offline, comes from this webcomic and blog by Allie Brosh. Specifically, it comes from a blog post from 2010 called \u00e2\u20ac\u0153This Is Why I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll Never Be an Adult,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d in which Brosh hilariously details the relatable process of rededicating herself to productivity and adulthood, subsequently failing or rebelling, and cycling back to her original fervor and commitment. Pick any one of Brosh\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s hundreds of illustrated blog posts and you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll find they all contain her signature wit, humor, and poignancy—whether she\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s talking about her dogs, ADHD and depression, or that one time she ate an entire cake and got terribly sick. It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s impossible not to be entertained by Hyperbole and a Half<\/em>, but you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll probably also find her posts heartwarming and wonderfully truthful. (Note: All ages can appreciate this blog, but many posts do contain swear words.)<\/em><\/p>\n

Daisies and Bruises (DaisiesAndBruises.com)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

As her brief bio states, Daisies and Bruises is <\/em>\u00e2\u20ac\u0153the product of a 29-year-old named Erin finding her way after she lost most of her youth to severe depression.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d After years of depression, self-harm<\/a>, and several suicide<\/a> attempts, Erin entered a residential treatment center and experiences many types of therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy<\/a>, and horticultural therapy. When she accepted that her depression was treatable, she started finding her voice and being able to heal and share her journey. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153I realize I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122m one of the lucky ones,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d Erin writes. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153For every person that regains their life back from depression, there are ten in the background that never do \u00e2\u20ac\u00a6 I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122m not out of the woods yet, but I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122m really getting there. Read along, learn from my experiences, share yours with me, and together we can make it through.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/p>\n

Give the above authors some of your time and appreciation by visiting their sites. We know there are many more blogs related to depression that we\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve missed—what are some of your favorites? Let us know by sending an email to inquiries@goodtherapy.org, and we will check it out!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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