Category Archives: Depression

Breaking the Stigma: Finding Healing at a Women’s Depression Treatment Center

Women's Depression Treatment Center

Depression is not simply “feeling sad” or “having a bad day.” It is a profound and persistent condition that can seep into every aspect of your life, affecting your work, relationships, and sense of self. For women, this journey can feel even lonelier because of the societal expectations and unique pressures they face. Women are […]

9 Mental Health Tips for 2023

9 Mental Health Tips for 2023
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How Do I Help Someone With Bipolar Disorder?

Happy biracial couple after her fiancé sought treatment at Alta Loma
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How Physical Fitness Makes You Mentally Fit

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How‌ ‌Toxic‌ ‌Masculinity‌ ‌Hurts‌ ‌Men‌ ‌

Stressed Man
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5 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health

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What’s the Difference Between Mania and Hypomania

What Are the Mental Health Effects of Different Types of Abuse?

Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood due to media portrayals of the disorder within movies, TV shows, newscasts, and more. For this reason, an increasing amount of stigma has resulted from a lack of knowledge surrounding bipolar disorder. One facet of this mental health disorder that is commonly misunderstood is mania. Often portrayed as a sudden […]

Consequences of Misdiagnosis in Mental Health

Consequences of Misdiagnosis in Mental Health

Mental wellness is just as important as physical wellness. Unfortunately, many people living with a mental illness get misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed where their symptoms are overlooked by a doctor. By becoming aware of which mental illnesses go unnoticed, you can recognize the importance of getting your symptoms checked and advocate for yourself better as a […]

What Happens to Your Mind When You Focus On the Negative?

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Rumination is when you focus so much on your negative thoughts that it leads to severe episodes of anxiety and depression. People with increased negative rumination tend to experience more negative thoughts and focus on the past more often. Luckily, treatment can teach you how to live in the present moment to prevent your anxiety […]

High-Functioning Depression Isn’t as High-Functioning as You Think

a man sitting by the sea

When we think of someone with high-functioning depression, we probably envision the person at the grindstone with work every day, distant with friends and family, and struggling to meet expectations more than they let on. The battle for people like this is painfully internal, giving them the feeling that they’re alone and cannot allow others […]