Great blog in which a man discusses his experience with depression and then his subsequent experience with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS); an innovative and relative new form of treatment that uses a pulsed magnetic field to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. This new treatment offers a lot of promise and yet there are still a lot of questions to be answered regarding its efficacy and side effects that may result from the treatment. Read more here.
I Tried Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation to Cure My Depression. Here’s What Happened.
When Someone Mocks Your Mental Illness
Great blog from Jeanne Crouteau covering topics from stigma to coping strategies. Really loved the last piece of advice; to paraphrase: “stay true to you-No matter what anybody says, you know the truth about your journey…(and) Whatever you do, just don’t give up!” Read more here.
Five Common Factors That Foster Recovery From Mental Illness
Great Blog on Psychology Today detailing the holistic approach to recovery from mental illness. Going far beyond a narrow focus on symptom remission, this blog outlines new research that looks at the interconnected components a meaningful recovery entails and the hope such a recovery can bring meaning, success and joy back into the lives of those currently suffering from mental illness. Read it here.
‘Listen to Your Body’: 5 Things You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty About if You Have Depression
Insightful blog that reminds us the negative thinking and sense of guilt are not accurate reflections of ourselves but are instead the product of our depression. As such we need to remember to challenge those thoughts and feelings, and to take the positive step of seeking support when we need to. Read more here.
TEDx Speaker Seeks to Shine a Light on Living With Depression
Bill Bernat talks about how the chasm separating those suffering from mental illness from their loved ones can be bridged by a willingness to open up and even a sense of humor. Read more here.
Running From The Pain
Clinical studies show that regular aerobic exercise is effective as antidepressants in reducing mild to moderate depression. In fact, exercise causes the same structural changes to the brain as antidepressants do and is a treatment option that is not recommended enough and is underutilized in the United States. Read more here.
What Its Like to Have High-Functioning Depression and Why You Shouldn’t Bottle it Up
An honest look at the day-to-day travails for many who suffer from, and yet are able to hide, depression. For as is too often the case, though from the outside a life appears ‘high-functioning’, the reality of mild to moderate depression is one of exhaustion and isolation. Read more here.
The Mind Deconstructed
Great Podcast discussing issues related to mental illness conducted by Dr. Kaz, a medical professional at the University of Minnesota, with her brother George. The siblings serve as effective translators between the psychiatric and non-medical community as they discuss a broad array of topics. Listen here.
Attorney Mental Health and Wellness
Great podcast interview with Florida State Law Professor Larry Krieger expounds upon why Attorneys often struggle with depression and the wellbeing factors that may lead to satisfaction in a legal career. Listen here.
20 Shades of Sadness: Why Do We Get Depressed?
In answer to the question, ‘can we improve the success rates of treatment for depression?’ Dr. Azab answers with a ‘definite yes.’ She believes correctly and thoroughly diagnosing the interrelated yet distinct causes of depression is the key first step in doing so. Read more here.
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