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Diagnosing Depression in People with Autism: A Guest Blog Post from SPARK - Part 1

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 - 11:11

As a young child with autism, Ben had trouble putting his feelings into words, except when he was angry. During one outburst, he told his mother he didn’t want to live. Although she took him to mental health providers, they focused on treating him for anxiety, rather than depression.

Thriving with Anxiety and Depression

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 - 14:00

In contrast to more traditional psychological approaches, positive psych concerns itself with the good stuff in life. It strives to understand what makes for a good life and how we can not only maintain average or ‘normal’ functioning but how we can actually surpass it. Positive psychology focuses on building strengths and on maximizing wellbeing. In a word, it’s all about thriving.

Medical Cannabis: Cause for Pause or Avenue to Alleviation?

Friday, July 9, 2021 - 11:41

The growing popularity of medical cannabis coupled with increased rates of anxiety, especially in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, has reignited a long-standing conversation about the potential effects of cannabis on psychiatric symptoms.

Is My Child Depressed?

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 - 09:45

About 3% of US children aged 2-17 are depressed, and 7% have an anxiety disorder. The good news is, there’s a lot that you can do to help your child if they’re depressed. The first step is to know the signs that may mean that your child is unhappy.

Depression: An Outsider Looks Inward

Sarah Zabel

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 - 15:44

My friend’s phone call left me stunned and shaken. She had just been released from the hospital, where she had been admitted for suicidal ideation. “Suicidal ideation” was an unfamiliar term to me, but I could easily figure what it meant.

How to Know When to Seek Therapy

Wednesday, February 17, 2021 - 15:06

by Lynne Siqueland People often wonder. When does it make sense to begin therapy? Therapists use two primary reasons to see if treatment would be recommended.

Planning for Success in the Pandemic Version of the Holidays

Karen Cassiday, PhD, ACT

Monday, November 16, 2020 - 10:23

2020 has been a difficult year for everyone, especially those who are prone to anxiety and depression. The social isolation, uncertainty about employment, income, health and the health of Covid vulnerable people you love has posed a unique challenge for us all.

The Aching Blue: Trauma, Stress and Invisible Wounds of Those in Law Enforcement

Arash Javanbakht, MD

Tuesday, September 29, 2020 - 15:48

Steve has served as a police officer for 24 years, including being a SWAT team member for years. He and I have worked together on his traumatic experiences. He has told me that in a given day a police officer might have to deal with two to three overdoses and do CPR.

How to Deal with Your COVID-19 Stress, Anxiety & OCD

Dr. Lindsay Israel

Tuesday, September 1, 2020 - 12:46

If you engage in some positive distracting activities during this crisis, then the flow of the day will move like a steady stream rather than a slow drip.

Hidden Inequalities: COVID-19’s Impact on our Mental Health Workforce

Soo Jeong Youn,PhD, Torrey A. Creed,PhD, Shannon Wiltsey Stirman, PhD, Luana Marques, PhD

Wednesday, May 20, 2020 - 12:47

In an already challenged, and often under-resourced mental health care system, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in mental health needs across the globe^1,2.

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