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Special Report: The United States of Depression
Special Report: The United States of Depression
America faces no greater mental health crisis. Solutions exist. Learn how we got here and what needs to be done.
Robert Roy Britt
Sep 5, 2023
When Anxiety Is Actually Depression: A Case Study
When Anxiety Is Actually Depression: A Case Study
It’s possible to have both conditions at the same time, and the symptoms of each frequently overlap
Niall Stewart
Aug 5
The Truth About Our Teen Mental Health Crisis
The Truth About Our Teen Mental Health Crisis
Social media use is but one factor fueling rising anxiety and depression
Robert Roy Britt
Jun 18
Let’s Stop Using Confusing Names for Psych Drugs
Let’s Stop Using Confusing Names for Psych Drugs
Labels for categories of psychiatric medications should reflect why we use them
John Kruse MD, PhD
May 22
US Mental Healthcare System Gets Mostly Ds and Fs
US Mental Healthcare System Gets Mostly Ds and Fs
Americans cite cost and lack of providers as barriers to treatment, while the majority of people in need go untreated
Robert Roy Britt
May 1
Natural Depression Remedies Work
Natural Depression Remedies Work
Wise & Well Weekly: The newsletter helping you make tomorrow a little better than today
Robert Roy Britt
Feb 16
This Shaman Has Good Advice for Your Depression
This Shaman Has Good Advice for Your Depression
Learn from ancient wisdom, understand what works for you, and question therapy that makes you feel worse
Ilana Rabinowitz
Jan 2
Our Top Mental Health Stories of 2023
Our Top Mental Health Stories of 2023
Insights and revelations that advanced understanding and resonated with readers
Robert Roy Britt
Dec 18, 2023
How Diet Changes Help Lift My Lousy Moods
How Diet Changes Help Lift My Lousy Moods
The right food can help the blues and even full-blown depression, science shows
Denny Pencheva, MD
Dec 15, 2023
Is Ketamine Over-Hyped?
Is Ketamine Over-Hyped?
Ketamine works for depression and pain, but evidence beyond that is weak.
John Kruse MD, PhD
Nov 14, 2023
Running is an Antidepressant
Running is an Antidepressant
Side effects may include fitness, euphoria, and great legs.
Elizabeth Knight, PhD
Oct 26, 2023
Bright Light is a Curse at Night
Bright Light is a Curse at Night
Odds of poor sleep, depression and other mental illnesses rise sharply with excessive evening lighting. The antidote is as natural as can…
Robert Roy Britt
Oct 24, 2023
When the Suicidal Teen Grows Up
When the Suicidal Teen Grows Up
How my teenage suicidality evolved undetected
Annika Hotta
Oct 23, 2023
Why Antidepressants Take So Long To Work
Why Antidepressants Take So Long To Work
New research on how SSRIs work, and some ideas for making the wait a little easier
Eric J. Kort MD
Oct 19, 2023
A New Steroid That Quickly Helps With Depression
A New Steroid That Quickly Helps With Depression
Zuranolone looks like a game-changer for postpartum depression
John Kruse MD, PhD
Oct 16, 2023
What is a Life After Depression Meant to Look Like?
What is a Life After Depression Meant to Look Like?
Psychiatric disorders like clinical depression rob us of our ability to experience the terrible pain and trauma of a life lived well. How…
Niall Stewart
Sep 27, 2023
How Deep Brain Stimulation Can Help With Severe Depression
How Deep Brain Stimulation Can Help With Severe Depression
An implanted, pacemaker-like device can decrease symptoms in some people with treatment-resistant depression. New research finds objective
The Conversation U.S.
Sep 26, 2023
Double Trouble: Pain is Depressing. Depression is Painful.
Double Trouble: Pain is Depressing. Depression is Painful.
Millions of Americans struggle with both conditions, new research finds, suggesting a rethink of treatment options
Robert Roy Britt
Sep 26, 2023
Treating Depression Successfully Requires a Multi-Pronged Strategy
Treating Depression Successfully Requires a Multi-Pronged Strategy
There are no silver bullets, but these complementary therapies work
Mandy Willig, PhD, RD
Sep 26, 2023
Professionals Shouldn’t Provide Medication Misinformation
Professionals Shouldn’t Provide Medication Misinformation
Examining Wellbutrin can help us dispel some myths and misconceptions about mental health medications
John Kruse MD, PhD
Sep 26, 2023
Meds vs. Meditation for Depression
Meds vs. Meditation for Depression
Both can be effective, but is one superior?
Eric J. Kort MD
Sep 25, 2023
Where, When and How We Eat Can Raise (or Reduce) Depression Risk
Where, When and How We Eat Can Raise (or Reduce) Depression Risk
Make mealtimes mood-beneficial without following a strict diet
Giana Porpiglia, LMHC
Sep 22, 2023
Ketamine, Psilocybin, and Depression: Hope For Those Running Out of It
Ketamine, Psilocybin, and Depression: Hope For Those Running Out of It
Illicit drugs elicit relief for treatment resistant depression.
Eric J. Kort MD
Sep 21, 2023
With Depression, We Get By With a Little Help From Our Friends
With Depression, We Get By With a Little Help From Our Friends
Addressing the mental health crisis by fostering connections
Catherine Sanderson, Author & Psychology Professor
Sep 20, 2023
How to Talk to Someone Who is Depressed
How to Talk to Someone Who is Depressed
What you say can make things better… or make it worse
Gail Post, Ph.D.
Sep 19, 2023
Insomnia and Depression: Seriously Frustrating Bedfellows
Insomnia and Depression: Seriously Frustrating Bedfellows
Lousy sleep can fuel depression, and depression can ruin sleep. But there are remedies for both, including several that offer a positive…
Robert Roy Britt
Sep 18, 2023
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