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Mental Health Effects of Viewing Selfies, and Other News October 28, 2016 . 6 Comments
Frequently viewing selfies of yourself or others is associated with lowered life satisfaction and self-esteem, according to a new investigation. Researchers also observed a connection between ... Read More
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Study: Link Between Blood Pressure Meds and Depression October 24, 2016 . 4 Comments
According to a new study examining the link between blood pressure medications and depression risk, certain medication types may increase the risk of developing depression or other mood ... Read More
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Depression Shown in Physical Brain Areas, and Other News October 21, 2016 . 5 Comments
An investigation by a team of international researchers suggests depression is closely associated with specific areas of the physical brain. These findings could eventually contribute to ... Read More
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Mindfulness Meditation Helps Tame Emotions, and Other News October 7, 2016 . 2 Comments
New evidence suggests the benefits of mindfulness meditation are not limited to people with a naturally mindful perspective. This finding may help to counter the notion that meditation ... Read More
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Stronger Than You Think: Finding Your Hidden Strength Within October 5, 2016 . 7 Comments
If you’ve ever accidentally walked face-first through a spider’s web, you know the feeling of surprise and disgust of having a thin, sticky substance cover your face. I happen ... Read More
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A Happy Partner Is Good for Your Health, and Other News September 30, 2016 . 2 Comments
Having a happy partner has been linked with better health outcomes for middle-aged and older adults over time, according to a report published by the American Psychological Association. ... Read More
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Collaborative Care an Effective Treatment for Teen Depression September 28, 2016 . 6 Comments
A coordinated team effort that includes doctors, family support, and a depression care manager could be a more effective approach to treating adolescent depression than more traditional ... Read More
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Light Therapy May Increase Male Sex Drive, and Other News September 23, 2016 . 6 Comments
According to a study presented at the recent European College of Neuropsychopharmacology conference, the male libido could be restored using artificial light therapy. The finding may represent ... Read More
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Escape from the Fog: How Therapy Changed My Life September 12, 2016 . 12 Comments
It took a long time before I finally decided to see a psychotherapist—and for reasons that are probably very common: I wasn’t sure I had “issues” that warranted help. With nothing ... Read More
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Can I Heal from Depression on My Own? September 9, 2016 . 4 Comments
Dear GoodTherapy.org, Before you say it, yes, I know it’s not ideal or advisable to try to recover from depression on my own. But I also know I’m not alone in wanting to. It ... Read More
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4 Ways the NFL Is Helping Destigmatize Mental Health Issues September 8, 2016 . 8 Comments
As the National Football League (NFL) gears up for the start of its regular season this week, policies and practices related to mental health are underway to help the league, its players, ... Read More
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Clinton Releases Mental Health Agenda, and Other News September 2, 2016 . 4 Comments
Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton released a package of proposed mental health reforms on Monday. The reforms include the integration of mental and physical health, with the ... Read More