Is the act of suicide selfish? A colleague once told me he thought committing suicide was a selfish act. I’ve heard this sentiment many times
Category: Depression and Bipolar
A Review of the Best Books on Depression
With so many books on depression, it’s tough to weed through them to determine which ones you want to dedicate your time reading. We have
The 5 Types of Stalkers (and How to Stay Safe)
There are 5 types of stalkers and research on stalking behavior has found that many suffer from mental illness, including personality disorders, substance abuse, and
A Depression Quiz: Are You Suffering from Depression?
A Depression Quiz: Are You Suffering from Depression? The Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) is a screening tool used by healthcare providers to identify whether an
Service vs. Emotional Support Animals: What’s the Difference?
Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are becoming increasingly popular as an addition to the formal treatment for mental health conditions,especially depression and anxiety. ESAs are “prescribed”
Bipolar Disorder: Types I and II
Bipolar Disorder, once referred to as “manic depression”, is a mood disorder whose hallmarks are cycling moods that range from depression to elevated or irritable.
Depression with Acute Psychosis
Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features is a condition where an individual experiences symptoms of depression and psychosis at the same time. The core characteristic