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5 Signs Your Depression Treatment Isn’t Working

Finding the best treatment plan for depression can take some trial and error. Here’s how to tell if your current treatment isn’t working and what to do about it. When it comes to major depression, there’s no one treatment that … Continue reading

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Should You Tell People That You Have Depression?

You don’t have to tell people about your major depression. But you don’t have to keep it to yourself, either. Before you share your diagnosis, consider the following facts. It may come as a relief to know that there’s a … Continue reading

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Creating S.M.A.R.T. Goals

Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Timely Specific: A specific goal has a much greater chance of being accomplished than a general goal. To set a specific goal you must answer the six “W” questions: *Who:      Who is involved? *What:     What do I want … Continue reading

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Panic Attacks Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I am calm I am able to let go of panic I have a serene life I am a relaxed person I am in control I am safe and secure I breathe easily and naturally I am … Continue reading

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What Psychologists Wish You Knew About Talk Therapy for Depression

Talk therapy is a powerful treatment option. Here’s what psychologists want people to know to get the most out of depression therapy. Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, is one of the best treatments for major depression. After all, it’s about regaining … Continue reading

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5 Get-Positive Techniques From Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help you out-think negative patterns that may be keeping you from depression recovery — and from enjoying life. Negative thinking can slow depression recovery, and the reason is obvious: If you think negative thoughts, you’re … Continue reading

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7 Factors That Can Trigger a Depression Relapse

Depression is an ongoing battle for many people. Knowing what can trigger a depressive episode can help you minimize or avoid a relapse. Major depression is a complex and challenging condition: Even when your symptoms are under control, you can … Continue reading

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What Is Bipolar Disorder?

Sanjay Gupta, MD, Everyday Health: What is bipolar illness, how do you define it? Katherine Burdick, PhD, Associate Professor, Psychiatry, The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai: Bipolar disorder is largely distinguished from major depression because it has what … Continue reading

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What Psychologists Wish You Knew About Talk Therapy for Depression By Marie Suszynski Reviewed by Farrokh Sohrabi, MD

Talk therapy is a powerful treatment option. Here’s what psychologists want people to know to get the most out of depression therapy. Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, is one of the best treatments for major depression. After all, it’s about regaining … Continue reading

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Regain Motivation With a Depression Action Plan By Barbara Sadick Reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH

If depression has you feeling like you just can’t get going, an action plan can help get you moving again. Here’s how to create a motivating plan — and stick to it. Everyone feels down at some point in their … Continue reading

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