Depression | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA

Ending the Silence of Quiet Suffering

by Gina Payne

October 27, 2022

For six weeks, I quietly suffered. I just couldn’t let anyone know what I was going through. I had learned from an early age that “I was just too emotional” and “had nothing to be sad about.”

This Just In: Antidepressants Don’t Work Anymore

Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - 09:40

Please note that this is an opinion piece by an ADAA colleague member -- "...the conclusion of a study published in Molecular Psychiatry in July 2022 – that there is “no support for the hypothesis that depression is caused by lowered serotonin activity or concentrations” – is not surprising, or even new. What is surprising is that popular media is interpreting the study’s conclusions to say that if serotonin is not the cause of depression, then antidepressants don’t work. Huh?

Men's mental health, supporting men's mental health webinar

November 29, 2022

A Safe Space - Men's Mental Health

O'Shan Gadsden, PhD and

Daniel Singley, PhD and

L. Kevin Chapman, PhD and

This free webinar explores the signs, symptoms, and possible treatments of anxiety and depression in men. Attendees will leave the webinar with a better understanding of how to support men, tools to support mental health, and how to start talking about mental health to break the stigma.

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10 Tips to Manage the Uncertainty, Anxiety and Stress of the Midterm Elections

Bethany Teachman MidTerm Election Anxiety

Monday, October 17, 2022 - 14:38

10 suggestions from a clinical psychologist to make it through this stressful period of political division and constant flood of upsetting news stories.

Finding My Own Silver Linings Playbook Through Mental Health Advocacy

by Clayton Echard

October 6, 2022

Bachelor Clayton Echard shares his experience with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), a mental health condition that involves obsessively focusing on a real or perceived flaw in one’s physical appearance to a point where it interferes with daily life. If you suffer from BDD, you can find information and resources at ADAA.

BabyGirl's Enduring Impact: Helping Those with Anxiety and Depression

by Melanie Sims

October 6, 2022

After her death, I received countless emails and private messages from people all over the world who said she helped them with their mental health struggles. Her joyful antics helped so many people feel better and even if only briefly take their mind off their struggles.

Fighting for my Kids and my Mental Health

by April Davis

September 28, 2022

This is something that I still battle with every single day. I am just now at a point in my life where my anxiety and depression are somewhat manageable. I do still have flair-ups, but I have learned how to manage them for the most part.

November 2, 2022

Exploring the Current Landscape of Mental Health Apps and their Clinical Application

Dr. John Torous, MD, MBI and

Noy Alon, BS and

Sarah Perret, BA and

This webinar is designed to help clinicians understand the most recent findings around evidence, role, and integration of apps into care settings.

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Toxic Positivity

Friday, September 23, 2022 - 18:24

Toxic positivity has become increasingly popular in news media since 2020. Toxic Positivity occurs when encouraging statements are expected to minimize or eliminate painful emotions, creating pressure to be unrealistically optimistic without considering the circumstances of the situation.

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