Depression | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA

The Myth of the Carefree Summer

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 - 23:58

Instead of striving for the elusive “best summer ever,” focus on creating a meaningful, enriched, and engaged summer experience. Here are my top 10 tips to help you live your summer to the fullest on your own terms.

Depression Doesn’t Mean Defeat - Don't Give Up!

by Julie Streifel

May 21, 2024

If you’re feeling hopeless, worthless, like a burden or disappointment, or stuck and filled with despair thinking no one understands or cares; don’t believe those lies. There is a purpose for your life - there is a purpose for this pain. Don’t miss your future by choosing to end it in this dark season of your life.

Shadows Over Sunshine

by Henry Ntege

May 11, 2024

I know the road to recovery is long and fraught with challenges, but with the support of my community and the solidarity of those who share my struggle, I am committed to changing the narrative. I am no longer alone, and together, we are stepping out of the shadows to fight the unseen battles.

Journey of Empowerment

by Radiant Vibe

May 9, 2024

The relentless cycle of worry and fear can be overwhelming, but it's also what drives me to advocate for mental health awareness and support.

May 3, 2024

How to Identify Signs of Depression and Talk of Suicide in Teens

Ryan Brown, MD and

When a teen seems depressed or talks about suicide it can be hard to know what to do as a caregiver. In this webinar Dr. Ryan Brown shares tips and strategies to identify the signs of depression and address the risk of suicide in teens.

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Dealing with Stress and Depression During my Adulthood, Until Now

by Athina Anastasiou

May 1, 2024

It felt like I was constantly swimming against the tide, struggling to keep my head above water. Therapy, lifestyle changes, and support from loved ones played crucial roles in helping to manage my stress levels.

Ketamine: A Rising Star in Mental Health Treatment

Thursday, April 25, 2024 - 07:18

As a medication used traditionally as an anesthetic, ketamine now shines as a potential lifeline for those battling severe depression, anxiety, and suicidality. Its ability to provide rapid and effective relief in treatment-resistant cases offers hope to those struggling with severe mental health challenges.

Living with OCD, Autism and Depression

by Martin Kovalik

April 24, 2024

I was diagnosed with OCD, autism, and depression. In elementary school, I always felt different—I didn't understand the people around me, and I was treated badly.

Grateful For Today

by Bryce Mackie

April 3, 2024

My goal is to destigmatize the topics of mental health and addiction and to create awareness so that people suffering can ask for help, know they are not alone, and realize there is always hope.

Helping Children Face Their Worries and Fears: Tips from Two Psychologists

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 13:21

As parents we don’t like or want to see our children struggling. But worries, fears and anxieties are a natural part of life, and we have to understand that children go through these processes just like adults do. But as parents and caregivers, we should also be in tune with the degree, severity, frequency, and nature of our children’s fears and worries and know when a child might need some help.

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