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...
What are signs of Depression?
What are signs of Depression? According to a National Institute of Mental Health pamphlet titled Depression and Heart Disease, these are the signs and symptoms of depression: Ongoing sad, anxious or empty feelings Feeling hopeless Feeling guilty, worthless or helpless Feeling irritable or restless Loss of interest in activities or hobbies Feeling tired all the...