Thirteen year-old Alita told me she knew there was something wrong with her—something that made her “less than.” She felt that, somehow, she was “marked” and deeply unacceptable—even ugly—inside. She ...

Depression can be an invisible barrier that makes social interaction feel daunting. It can lead to a vicious cycle where social withdrawal exacerbates depressive symptoms, creating a larger hurdle for ...

Like many other humans, I’ve felt depressed at times. But my periods of depression have had markedly different flavors: grieving a romantic relationship, “hitting the wall” during COVID, and ...

Although it can be challenging when you’re not feeling well, maintaining a consistent routine can help with managing depressive symptoms. Depression can disrupt everyday life, with symptoms like ...

Depression is a complex experience that affects millions of people worldwide, often persisting for long periods or recurring throughout a person's life. Depression, especially the ongoing experience ...

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Researchers have uncovered why individuals who experience anxiety and depression often struggle with persistent low self-belief. Researchers at UCL have uncovered why individuals who experience ...

On October 10, which is known as World Mental Health Day, the message is about asking for help: “It’s OK to not be OK. Reach out. You’ll get better.” But for many of us, the real challenge is staying ...

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Depression is a complex and deeply personal experience. While almost everyone has periods of sadness, low mood or grief, ...

Lotus Kay started to feel depressed when she was 12 years old. But when she got her first period about a year later, a peculiar pattern emerged: Her depression symptoms would get worse the week before ...