Lawyers With Depression

Helping The Wounded Trial Lawyer

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:00:01 +0000

From The Huffington Post, Don McNay powerful piece about why so many middle-aged trial lawyers commit suicide. Read the Story

Smart Lawyers, Dumb at Life

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:59:35 +0000

From the wonderful blog Leaving the Law, a great piece which addresses the question, “Are smart and happy mutually exclusive?” Read the Blog

Odd Ducks

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:59:05 +0000

From former BigLaw associate turned therapist to lawyers, Will Meyerhofer. If you’re a lawyer appearing at his door, there’s a good chance you’re seeking a way out. Read the Blog

How Does Depression Affect Your Children?

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:58:35 +0000

An important piece from Storied Mind about a huge concern for those that struggle with depression: how is my depression affecting my children? Read the Blog

20 Strategies to Soothe & Stave Off Stress

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:58:16 +0000

As the weather heats up, we have to remember to keep our cool. Check out these ideas for keeping stress in check. Read the Blog

Five Ways to Have a Much Better Day

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:57:50 +0000

From the website Attorney At Work, a list (and I love lists!) of five simple things a lawyer can do to have a better day. Read the Blog

Shedding Light on the Long Shadow of Childhood Adversity

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:57:30 +0000

New research has found a powerful connection between a tough childhood and adult onset depression and anxiety. Read the News

Risk Factor for Depression Can Be Contagious

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:57:10 +0000

A new study shows that a particular style of thinking that makes people vulnerable to depression can actually rub off on others. Read the Story

In Severe Depression ECT Can Restore Quality of Life

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:56:47 +0000

Patients whose severe depression goes into remission for six months following electroconvulsive therapy report a quality of life similar to that of healthy individuals, researchers say. Read the Story

The Problem With How We Treat Bipolar Disorder

Dan — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:56:26 +0000

From The New York Times Magazine, a brave and beautifully written piece by Linda Logan about her life long journey dealing with depression and mania. Read the Story