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What is good emotional health? People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. They feel good about themselves and have good relationships. They can keep problems in perspective. Even people who have good emotional … Continue reading →

The Causes of Depression By John M. Grohol, Psy.D. ~ 1 min read The most important thing to know about the causes of depression is that we don’t really know the answer to this question. It is generally believed that … Continue reading →

Warning Signs & Symptoms of Depression By John M. Grohol, Psy.D. ~ 2 min read Depression is not just feeling blue from time to time. Instead, depression is characterized by a long-standing, daily feeling of sadness, hopelessness, worthlessness and emptiness. … Continue reading →

There’s a saying in the recovery movement: Alcohol and drug addiction can cause mental illness but mental illness does not cause addiction. However, some mental illnesses, especially those that are not quickly diagnosed and treated, can trigger the use of … Continue reading →