Do you ever feel lonely when you are surrounded by people? Is it difficult for you to connect with others? Have you noticed a loss of pleasure in activities? Are you avoiding activities with others creating an exacerbated sense of isolation? These are some of the signs of depression. Depression is different for everyone even...
Stress Post Pandemic and Returning to Normal
As humans, we tend to experience stress often in our daily lives. Oftentimes, we tend to cope well with small daily stressors. However, certain unexpected situations may cause our stress levels to skyrocket. The pandemic was an unexpected crisis that we experienced together as a nation. Many individuals experienced significant stress related to their health,...
Postpartum Depression
As psychologists and therapists, we often encounter women experiencing varying symptoms of depression following childbirth. The majority of women experience typical baby blues, but some women experience more severe symptoms that meet criteria for postpartum depression. Postpartum depression can often be mistaken for typical baby blues and may have a long-term impact on the new...
Post Holiday Blues
As experienced psychologists, we often encounter people who suffer from anxiety, depression, or other psychological problems during, and soon after the holiday season. Although the holiday season is supposed to be a happy time for most, it may also trigger negative symptoms for many. This is often described as the holiday blues, but it is...
Dealing With Holiday Stress
As the holidays approach, many people are looking forward to celebrating and spending time with family, but for some families or couples it may be a time of stress or increased family tension. Families tend to come together during the holidays and reconvening can often activate old dynamics and old wounds that have never been...
Depression and the Christmas Season
Depression and the Christmas Season Depression at Christmas does not take a holiday. In fact, the stresses of the holiday season increase and focus feelings of depression and make the Christmas season a difficult and challenging time. If you are experiencing some of the signs of depression listed below, make a New Year Resolution to...