When distinguishing postpartum depression vs. postpartum psychosis, it’s important to know that they are both mental health conditions that affect some women after giving birth. Postpartum depression (PPD) and postpartum psychosis (PPP) both involve mood changes, but they have different symptoms and require different treatments to manage the effects in the postpartum period. The good news is both are highly treatable with online therapy and possibly medication when addressed early on. It’s essential to be aware of the differences between PPD and PPP so you can seek the right type of help as s ..read more

Have you been feeling glum, unhappy, or out of sorts lately? Don’t worry – it’s normal to feel sad sometimes. When you’re down but don’t know why, it’s called feeling blue.  It’s possible to feel blue without any obvious or apparent cause, but these low moods usually happen for a reason. While it can be challenging to cope with any sad feeling, thankfully, there are plenty of ways to deal with the blues. Read on to learn more about the blues and find ways to overcome them.  What Do the Blues Feel Like? A “blue feeling” is a common way we describe gloominess or sorrow. For example ..read more

During military service, service members are often exposed to violence, threats to personal safety, and other traumatic events. These experiences can significantly impact the mental health of active duty service members and veterans. According to the National Alliance for Mental Health, approximately 1 in 4 active duty service members show symptoms of a mental health condition.  This makes it even more important to understand the benefits of veterans therapy and the mental health concerns that service members may be facing. Increased awareness of veterans and mental health care can make ..read more

Sadness is a normal part of life, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t difficult to cope with feelings of sorrow and unhappiness you may be experiencing. Whether you’re struggling with disappointment or you’re feeling deep anguish, know that you’re not alone. Most importantly, know that the pain you’re feeling right now most likely won’t last forever.  Understanding how to deal with sadness will allow you to process your emotions in a healthy way. Learn more about dealing with sadness in a healthy way here, as we discuss both the causes and how to cope.  Identify the Root of Your Sadness E ..read more

Journaling has long been recognized as an effective way to reduce stress, help with depression and anxiety, focus your mind, and organize your life. It can be a great tool to use for meditation, to open up, and let go of things that bother you.  One of the best parts of journaling is that it’s something you can do at home, when it’s convenient for you, without needing a lot of time, resources, or skill. There’s more to keeping a journal than just getting your thoughts down on paper, though.  Research shows that daily journaling can help improve your mental health and get your life b ..read more

Just be happy. It’s easy, right? For some of us at the present moment, wrong. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking I just want to be happy again…you’re not alone. Depression, life changes, or a multitude of other life–stressors can often leave us feeling blue, but remember, feelings are just temporary. Life is full of ups and downs, and the ebbs and flows don’t come and go without our emotions attaching to them.  You might be experiencing one of those down times in life right now, where sadness takes a grip on you, and you feel like you’ll never be happy again. The important thing to r ..read more

We have all probably experienced the dread and anxiety that accompanies a return to “real life”  after a wonderful vacation doing something that really fuels our souls. For many of us, the extreme transition can be difficult and we often find ourselves stuck with future angst rather than reflecting on positive memories or enjoying the here and now.  Unfortunately, many people believe that post-vacation stress and depression are uncontrollable or to be expected. The good news is that with some healthy coping skills these feelings can be managed and we can get ourselves to a more opt ..read more

Also called seasonal depression, seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a mental health condition marked by feelings of depression and meaninglessness that occur at roughly the same time each year. SAD generally occurs during the winter months, although a rare form of seasonal depression known as summer depression or reverse SAD can be experienced during the warmer summer season.  Seasonal depression symptoms can be debilitating and overwhelming, but this highly treatable condition doesn’t have to rule your life. It’s important to seek help so you can learn to manage winter SAD and get thr ..read more

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is brought on by the changing seasons. It can be an overwhelming, jarring type of depression. Most people, when first dealing with it, aren’t sure how to cope with seasonal depression. They begin feeling sapped of energy and interest during the fall, and their condition continues to worsen as winter progresses. The depressive symptoms typically self-resolve during the springtime and remain minimal throughout the summer months. It is also important to remember that winter depression or winter blues is a lesser form of SAD.  Researchers are not yet sure wh ..read more

It’s normal to occasionally feel overwhelmed, stressed, and down. Everyone feels blue and in a low mood to some extent at some point in their life. What’s not normal, however, is experiencing what feels like can’t get out of bed depression for a long period of time. This is a mental health problem that can affect your ability to take on the day. If you’re in that place right now and experiencing this type of depression, we’ve got some tips to help.  Depression can make the most basic, everyday tasks feel virtually impossible. If your morning depression is making everything from showering ..read more