Seasonal Depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), is a type of depression triggered by the change in season, most commonly in the fall when daylight hours begin to wane and falling temperatures lessen outdoor activities. Those suffering from Seasonal Depression often have feelings of sadness, lost interest in activities, tend to oversleep, and gain weight. Therapy and other treatments can help with SAD.

Every person is unique so techniques that work for one may not work for another. This is why it is important to find a therapist that will tailor treatment to each person’s individual case. There are several types of therapy available. Read on to learn more about cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. Often a therapy plan or anxiety or depression may include a combination of all three.

Trauma is a likely emotional response to a shocking event. While shock and denial are typical immediate responses, longer term reactions may include unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships, and even physical symptoms. Support is crucial to a healthy recovery. Learn more about trauma and how to get help.

Besides companionship, animals are becoming more recognized by the medical field for the benefits they provide. Besides assisting with medical disabilities, animals are increasingly being used for support for a variety of mental health issues as well. Dogs, horses, and even birds may help people cope with and recover from a multitude of physical and mental health issues.

It may not be surprising that there appears to be a link between COVID-19 and depression. Headaches, fatigue, anxiety, and even an overall sense of dread is fairly common even after the initial symptoms subside. More than half of survivors surveyed reported symptoms of depression even months after recovery. So what are the causes and what can we do about it?

While PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) can arise after a single traumatic episode such as a natural disaster, car crash, sexual assault, or other extremely upsetting event, complex PTSD is typically caused by a a prolonged event or series of traumatic events over time. Here is an overview of complex PTSD including common causes, symptoms and what to do if you suspect you or a loved once may be suffering from this disorder.

Unlike the obvious signs of physical neglect or abuse where a child may have bruises or be malnourished, emotional neglect is often unrecognized and overlooked. While every child deserves the right to feel nourished and protected, unfortunately that is not always the case. Symptoms may not even appear until adulthood. So, what is an emotionally neglected childhood and what can be done?

Sometimes known as online therapy or e-therapy, telehealth therapy became much more popular during COVID for obvious reasons: traditional therapy offices shut down, social distancing took a toll on traditional face to face counseling, and isolation increased a variety of mental health issues. Now is a great time to start taking advantage of telehealth services as insurance companies are starting to offer more coverage options

Most of us experienced the extraordinary amount of emotional support that animals bring us through that special bond between and owner and pet. The benefits are even more pronounced in a therapeutic setting and can result in a myriad of benefits including emotional awareness, confidence, trust, empathy, social skills, impulse control, and problem-solving.

Good, bad, or ugly, we all know people who have excessively high standards. are extremely competitive, or just need to win every time. Is always striving for the best admirable or is it a recipe for disaster with an inevitable failure? Or, are perfectionistic tendencies needed to succeed?