mental health

Chances are pretty good that at some point they are going to be depressed. (image credit: Julia Green)

Mommabare: How Do I Talk To My Kids About Depression (And Why)? 

Talk to your kids about depression! Truly. They could probably do a better job of explaining your depression to you than you can them.

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Depression is a disease of inaction, of paralysis. At least, that’s how it manifests for me.

I Have Compassion For Everyone Struggling With Depression Except Me

With other people who are struggling with mental health issues, I am empathetic. But when it comes to my own depression, I am none of those things.

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NEDAwareness Week: Tips For Staying The Recovery Route When You’re Feeling Rough

It's National Eating Disorder Awareness week, which may provide support and things that help you — but awareness, in and of itself, can be tough.

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No one understands mental health struggles more than those who have been through it themselves.

The Importance Of Support Groups During Mental Health Struggles

No one understands mental health struggles more than those who have been through it themselves. With my group, recovery seems possible.

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Anxiety tends to rear its ugly head when you’re single and ready to mingle. (Photo by mari lezhava on Unsplash)

13 Struggles Only Single People With Anxiety Understand

Anxiety works in mysterious ways. Dating is hard enough without mental illness thrown into the mix.

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"Depression" — ten letters, three syllables, and one living hell that no one can comprehend.

How To Help Someone You Love Through Their Depression

To help the one you love battle their depression, here are some tips to follow.

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What might one do instead of reading the news?

I'll Try Anything For A Week: What Happened When I Stopped Reading The News?

You really can’t know how things in your life are impacting you until you do without them. This is what happened when I stopped reading the news.

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So began the long, toxic love affair between my depression and my addiction.

When Your Addiction And Depression Are In A Codependent Relationship

So began the long, toxic love affair between my depression and my addiction. They battled silently and stealthily for control over my body and mind.

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